Our Happenings: Happy Father's Day!

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Happy Father's Day!

I just wanted to take a minute and let the Dads in my life know how much I love them on this special day. I am one lucky girl! Here are a few of my favorite things about these great men.

Jeff:
1. Extremely laid-back. Doesn't let stuff bother him. (A quality I long for on a daily basis!)
2. He is very non-judgemental.
3. Hard worker, but knows how to have fun too!
4. Very family oriented. I know there is nothing he wouldn't do for me and the kiddos.
5. He is VERY smart. He teaches me something everyday!
6. He is patient and very understanding.
7. He adores our new kitten and I think it's the cutest thing EVER!
8. He is a kid at heart and would go to Lagoon everyday if he could! (Seriously!)
9. He is very forgiving.
10. He is a peacemaker and is always the first to say he is sorry. (I am very stubborn!)
11. He is a great storyteller.
12. He is a great father to our kids, they love him.
13. Most importantly he sees past all my weaknesses and loves me unconditionally. I love you Babe, Happy Father's Day!

My Dad:
1. Very good leader in the home and out.
2. Hard worker; successful at whatever he does.
3. The most disciplined man I know.
4. Athletic and strong
5. Very smart
6. A very interactive and creative grandpa to my kids. He does really cool stuff with them. They love him so much!
7. He is handy and helpful. (Is always willing to come help me paint or fix things in the house.)
8. Very generous to us and others.
9. Organized
10. I know he is proud of me and that means so much! I love you Dad, Happy Father's Day!

Jeff's Dad:
1. Very friendly and will talk to anyone!
2. Very knowledgeable.
3. Committed to his family.
4. Confident and strong.
5. Great sense of humor.
6. Loves his grandchildren and they love him! He's got the best tractor around.
7. Very hard worker.
8. Gives good advice, but only when asked!
9. Remembers faces and names better than anyone.
10. Very involved in his children's lives even though they are all grown. Happy Father's Day Lenny, we love you!

2 comments:

heidi said...: all so true. i feel lucky to know all of them and to have their influences in my life!; June 23, 2009 at 8:50 PM
The Skinners said...: What great tributes to the "dads" in your life!; June 25, 2009 at 4:07 PM

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