Skip to main content

To The Girl With The Embarrassing Dad

You and your dad are regulars at my store. A few weeks ago, he loudly proclaimed to the entire store that it was your birthday. As he went before you like a town crier of old, the rest of us giggled and laughed. You were so red in the face. I know you were embarrassed and probably wanted to crawl under a rock, but there was someone in that store who was actually a little jealous…

Me.

My dad was like that. He told corny jokes that I would roll my eyes at and delighted in embarrassing me. I would do anything to listen to his bad jokes again. I wouldn’t care if he started singing loudly and off-key on purpose in the middle of the grocery store. I just want him back, if only for a moment.

You may go through moments when you’re angry with your dad or embarrassed by him, but treasure your time with him. I can tell that he loves you a lot.

When you move into your own place, don't forget to call him just to say “hi.” When you meet someone special, make sure he respects your dad and makes every attempt to get along with him. It's true that no one is going to be good enough for you in your dad's eyes, but a man who respects your dad is someone worth keeping around. When you graduate college or get married, let your dad enjoy those tears of pride.

When you tell your dad that he's going to be a grandpa for the first time, make a big deal about it. Make sure you get his face on video. When you haven't slept in months, call your dad and tell him thank you for all of those dirty diapers he changed and the countless hours of sleep he lost. Don't forget to send him pictures of your baby's first day of school. When you're fed up with your saucy teenager who's equally embarrassed by you, call your dad. Apologize profusely and then laugh with him.

There will come a day when you will be holding his hand and saying your final goodbyes. Between now and then, fill your years with lots of cherished memories.

Until then, never forget how blessed you are.  

A Fatherless Daughter

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Texas-Style Feast

Ok, time for a food post! In an alternate reality, I would be a chef. Here is what we had for supper today... Baked Chili-Bacon Potatoes Poke a few holes in your (washed) potato and coat with bacon drippings. Rub some chili powder and salt into the skins. Wrap in foil and bake at 400 F for an hour. Suggested toppings: sour cream, salsa, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Garlic-Roasted Zucchini & Corn Take about three zucchini, washed and chopped, and toss together with a bag of corn, olive oil, minced garlic, salt & pepper. Bake at 375 F for about 30-35 min. Simply Divine Steak I don't believe in heavy seasoning. Sometimes simple is best - especially when it comes to a good steak. I purchased some beautifully thick sirloin steaks, patted them dry with a paper towel, then simply brushed them with some butter, salt, and pepper on each side. Grill them on medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side. You want it pink and juicy on the inside, so don't grill them too long. Once...
Post a Comment
Read more

He Is Enough

Though barren wastelands I travel through, Though darkening hour should cover me, Though my strength is e'er weakening still, I know my God will hold me. No earthly possessions do I own, No place to settle, still. Though survival seems an e'er present theme, I know my God shall sustain me. I have been brought low, But my battered heart yet beats. My life seems shattered into pieces, But I know my God will heal me. He is enough to guide my paths. He is enough to light my way. He is enough to hold me up, And provide my every need. He is enough to be my only Home And make me flourish where I am. He is enough, He is my All-in-All. He is my Rock And guiding hand. He is enough. - Carey D.
Post a Comment
Read more

Just Wait

I'm a little embarrassed to admit this, but I tried online dating... for about 24 hours. I was curious but in the end, disappointed. It felt like I was online shopping for a boyfriend... oh wait...  After a few "Hey, you look hot! Let's get to know each other better" type messages, I shut the account down. Not sure what I was expecting, but it felt so weird and awkward. Detached. Impersonal. Not for me. I realized that even after all of the crap I've been through, deep down I'm still a hopeless (and stupid) romantic. I still think two people can just meet in real life. If two people want to spend the rest of their lives together, shouldn't their current lives (social circles, activities, interests/hobbies) already run parallel with each other? Then it's simply a matter of joining hands and going through life together, right? I felt a strong urge to just wait.  There is  someone for you. Just be patient. I know it sounds weird. It's not that I liter...
1 comment
Read more