Tuesday, December 2, 2008

My father

Alright, Im not sure how many people have heard about this but some lady was killed by being trampled on in a mad rush on black friday or whatever the heck its called. (the day when there are apparently great deals in stores after thanksgiving) That really made me sad. What is the world coming to? Kind of lost faith in humanity. But..I have just realized that no matter how bad people may be there are amazing people out there.
My father, of all people, is my hero. There are things that I have gone through that only he knows about because he is my protector and my best friend. I feel like I can go to him about ANYTHING and he wont judge me, think less of me, or treat me ill for what I had done. My father is truly an amazing man. I have been so blessed. I would say so even if i wasnt his daughter. Ever since he was young he always did the smart, wise, kind thing. He was the peacemaker in his family ( though I know that his siblings were amazing people as well. I really respect them all. They come from great parents, my grammy and papa) and he, without going to college, exceeded in his career choices. He was manager over people who had masters degrees and such. He has made his own buisness and it has blossomed under his wise decisions. I am his biggest fan. (second only to my mom) He taught himself how to sail by reading books about it. By reading books he has learned how to do many things. His mind is so strong and his wisdom is that of a man who has worked hard for it.

Something that touches my heart the most is that he has loved me and wanted me in his life ever since he was a child. Apparently he had a Charlie Brown doll that he would take care of like a child. He had a dream about me and Mckenna. Ever since he was young he wanted to be a father. I can tell by how he treats me that I mean the world to him. He calls me all the time and leaves me the best messages that I save and listen to whenever I feel sad or alone. He has helped me through the toughest of times. Through everything he has never lost faith in me. I know that I have done many things to take away his love from me or make him not respect me or feel hurt, but he has always forgiven me, always loved me, and always respected me no matter how much I deserved it. (I never deserve it) Whenever I am confused about something or I need a helping hand I know that I can talk to him and he will help me. My father has the most tender heart and taught me the beauty of Mercy. My father is truly my best friend. I am so blessed to have him as a father and I hope that I can carry on his legacy and be a good mother to my children. I am truly blessed. I love my Dad so much. I am eternally indebted to him.

Thats us as a family, Mckenna is taking the picture so she's not there, neither is Stevie because he was at home. (were in Mckenna and richard's apartment.) I am sitting between my mom and dad

1 comment:

Richard and McKenna said...

Caitie, this post is beautiful! I am sure Dad would LOVE to read this because it is so sweet! I totally agree with you. Aren't we so blessed to have such a wonderful father? :)