Today is father's day. As a son, I think that it is wonderful that there is a day when you take the time to tell your father how much you really appreciate all the time and lessons he has shared with you throughout your life. As a dad, the entire concept still eludes me. Sure it is nice to get a card, a gift, and get waited on but being thanked for being a dad is just silly. Its like getting paid to sleep.
Being a father is not breaking rocks on a chain gang. I admit, at times it requires the patience of stone and can wear you to the very brink of exhaustion, but overall- its a great gig. Spending time with your child is glorious. There is nothing that compares to watching them smile, laugh and discover the world. I do this because I love it. I need special recognition for this?
So today I want to thank both my father and my son for showing me my place in the cycle and teaching me that giving and getting are the same side of a strong hug.
joe
Happy father's day.
Sometimes when I lift Jenny up into the air she drools into my mouth. For this, she gave me an ipod.
Please say hello to your Dad for me.
MS
Posted by: Mark | June 20, 2005 at 09:00 PM