Father's Day 2010

Let me start this by saying that I am a self proclaimed Daddy's Girl.

Now... Today I just want to honor the man who raised me and loved me as if I were his own. Although not biologically, you are my Father. My most trusted friend, the prototype for my husband. The one man I know without a doubt loves me unconditionally... even when I'm being a big spoiled brat and a whiny baby. A daddy's love is irreplaceable. I remember our countless arguments about why I wasn't allowed to date or wear make up until I was 16 and I look back on those days with a smile. You were molding me into a lady. Never allowing me to be an object.

My daddy gave me the best gift ever for my 19th birthday. He quit smoking for me. Because I asked him to. I selfishly want to keep you around as long as possible and I refused to let a cigarette shorten my time with you.

A Daddy's love can leave you speechless. Even in 4 feet of snow, I can depend on Daddy to drive to my house and shovel me out. It's the little things like the smiley face he puts inside of every birthday card he gives me that put a smile on my face on even my darkest days.

I salute you dear Daddy and I hope you know that on this and every day your little girl adores you!