Happy Father's Day!

There are 3 very special fathers that I want to wish a happy father's day to. First, my dad, David, aka Papa. I have always been somewhat of a daddy's girl and some things never change. I have the best dad in the world. I always knew that no matter what I would be loved and encouraged by my dad. He showed me how to live a Christian, principled life and for that I am eternally grateful. I have some wonderful memories of growing up with dad from playing catch in the backyard ("Throw it one more time, Dad!") to attending numerous ACU basketball games and track meets. He also made sure I knew my current events and geography (I still do), as well as bible verses and anything else he thought was important (like finances, budgets, how to balance a checkbook, how to ride a bike, etc.) Most of these things have come in handy in my adult life - especially how to correctly throw a ball since I now have two sons who love to play catch and two daughters who love to try (give them another year or two). Riding a bike really proved to be useful, too. :) Anyway, I had a terrific childhood and a lot of that was due to my dad's unconditional love. I love you, Dad!

Second is my father-in-law, Paul, aka Papa Paul (say that 5 times fast). You are a terrific father-in-law. I really couldn't ask for a better one. I'll never forget the first time I met you. I had a really hard time understanding what you were saying! I wasn't real used to Maine accents back then. :) Thanks for raising such a great son. Most of what he does as a dad he learned from you and I appreciate it! Some of Jim's fondest memories growing up are of times you and he spent together and he is trying to do that with his own children now. I love you, Paul!

Last is my husband, Jim. Our marriage is going on 12 years now and we've been blessed with 4 wonderful children. (Remember when you weren't sure if you wanted any? My, how things have changed.) Jim, you are a fantastic husband and great father. God truly blessed me when he brought you into my life. Thanks for following where God leads you, for always supporting and encouraging me, and for loving and showing that love to your children. I know that Troy, Trent, Paige, and Reese love their daddy with all their hearts. I am always amazed at how patient you are with them and how willing you always are to have them join you in whatever you are doing. You are an awesome dad! I love you lots and lots.

To the three great fathers in my life - Happy Father's Day! I love you all.

Jim chose to go to Chili's for his Father's Day lunch so here we are waiting for our table. We'll try and grill out tonight which is what he really wanted, but the rain hampered that plan.