June 19, 2011. When it comes to fathers, I have been truly blessed. I have had 3 Fathers-in-Law: Mike, Peter, and Glen. And there’s my stepdad, John, who has been a wonderful godsend to our family. In fact, I have sometimes forgotten the step part. I am so grateful to have known these men, to have them in my life. Glen and John, especially. To them all, I send my love and my gratitude.
Even though I’ve had so many father figures in my life, I only had one Daddy. Daddy was the first person to love me unconditionally. He taught me how to fish, how to drive, and was so proud the day I learned to swim he wanted to give me a can of beer. Mom talked him out of that one. He was a fantastic doctor, he went out of his way to care for his widowed mother, and was an outspoken Republican in a Democratic state. This picture was taken 37 years ago when our family took a trip to Germany. Of all the trips we took as a family, this was the most fun.
Daddy, I love you, I always have and always will. And I miss you. Happy Father’s Day.
