dad

he is my rock, my idol, my strength.
he holds more knowledge than humanly possible.
he knows just what to say when I am upset.
he came to every soccer game, cheerleading competition, ballet recital, band concert, and swim meet.
he taught me how to mow the grass.
he taught me how to love unconditionally.
he taught me to always make sure you are put together
he knows when I am weak.
he taught me to love and respect our military troops in all that they do.
he taught me how to be a daughter.
he celebrates my victories and condoles my heartaches.
he taught me to be punctual.
he taught me to never be too critical of myself,
never push myself to too harsh of extremes.
I have his sense of humor,
I look like him - face structure,
I have his, what used to be, curly blonde hair,
his blue eyes
he is wise beyond his years
he has seen sights no one can possibly imagine or begin to understand
he grew up in rural south dakota
he taught me how to appreciate small town living
he taught me how to drive a car, slowly but surely
I will always be his little girl, and he will always be my daddy.

I love you, Dad.

Happy Father's Day.