to the fathers in my life...

I know Father's Day was Sunday and I am a couple of days late, but I just couldn't let it slip by without mentioning how much I love the fathers in my life...

To my own Father...
I have your eyes. I am also sensitive just like you are. We share the same immune system {something I am not fond of by the way thankyouverymuch haha}! While there are things we have in common, we have many differences too. The older I get, the more I have learned that differences among people make for rich relationships and serve to help us see the world from someone else's point of view. Our differences are no different for me. They help me to see the world through your eyes and gain a new appreciation. I hope you know that I love you and that you mean so much to me!

To my Father-In-Law...
You and I share something in common too... a deep love for that son of yours. I will forever be indebted to you for bringing him into this world. You are so thoughtful. A perfect example of this is that, on many occasions with Nic on the phone, I have overhead you ask how I am doing. You treat me just as you do any other family member even though you didn't get to pick me. ;) You are so funny, although sometimes I don't always get your humor because it typically comes in the form of you teasing me. Thank you for all you do for us. You are loved!

To my Grandfathers...
While I have lived far away from you for most of my life, you both have made a mark on my heart in your own way. I gained a love and passion for music from my harmonica-playing, National Anthem singing Grandpa Reidar. "I Love My Rooster" will forever be my favorite song because of you. I gained a strong work ethic from my Grandpa Dell whose weathered hands alone show how hard he has worked for those he loves in his life. He also gives the BEST hugs. I love and admire you both so very much!

To my Baby's Father...
You are my whole world and I know just months from now, you will also mean the world to another little somebody who I can already tell, will have you wrapped around their little finger. When you pray for him/her my heart melts. There is no one else in this world I would rather be taking on this adventure of parenthood with than you. You are strong, silly, smart, and the most kind person I have ever known. Our baby will be so lucky to have you for a father, just as much as I am lucky to have you for a husband. We love you!

And to All Other Men Out There...
Whether you have children of your own or not, you make a difference! You are celebrated and thanked this day too! xo