Daddio!

Anyone can be a father,
but it takes someone very special
to be a dad.

To be that guy who stands up, steps up,
changes diapers, changes minds,
steers, guides, advises,
sets limits, sets boundaries,
and then urges you to push through them;
that guy is extraordinary.

The one who leads, but includes;
teaches, but explains;
offers, but allows;
pushes, but catches;
limits, but loves.
THAT guy!

I have had four fathers.
Lucky or not, each served an amazing purpose.
And now, I am married to a man
who has simply become an incredible all-of-the-above person.
My children are blessed ~ as am I.

Props to all those dads out there
that do the right thing, no matter what.
To those that fill the shoes that were left by others,
and to those moms that wear both hats.

Enjoy your day!
And thank you!