My Daddy!

See post below for what a Daddy is -- all of those same things apply to my Daddy!

I love my Dad! He is the greatest man! It is strange how you only come to appreciate your parents, truly appreciate them -- after you are one! My Dad is such a cool guy. He made sure that our lives were filled with joy, fun, and family time. He always treated my mother with respect, and admiration. We never doubted their love for each other, and I am so grateful for that! It was the best thing he ever did as our father -- he loved my mother! It was such a strength to us, and still is!

I get to see my dad in just a few days! I cannot wait! My parents have returned home from their mission, and now they are ours for a little while! Hooray! I can't wait to see you Dad! And give you a BIG hug!

I hope you have a great Father's day! I am sad I will not be there for it, but I will see you so soon! YES!!

When I think of my dad I think . . .

• Connoisseur of fine ice-cream
• Intelligent
• Strength
• Kind
• Fun
• Gentle
• Grandpa
• Family Trips
• Deep conversations
• Humor that you have to be ready for
• Concern for others well-being
• He is happy, if you are happy
• Likes to party
• Tall
• Crossword Puzzles
• Newspaper
• Finding what is around the next corner
• A comb in his back pocket
• L.L. Bean
• Tie collection
• Ticklish
• Saturday morning serenades
• Singing along with music in the car
• Long road trips
• Adventurous
• Walking to school, 7 miles, uphill, both ways
• Generous
• Slipping extra treats into his cart
• Loves my mother
• Always ready for a good time
• Books
• Charity

Okay, so those are just a few things that came to mind. He is, of course, so much more! Just thinking about him makes me smile, and remember with great fondness the times we had as a family. It was such a great time, a great family! I love them all so much! Thanks for showing us how to live, how to laugh, and how to love!

Love your favorite youngest daughter,

Mari :-)