Monday, April 12, 2010

my dad

things i love about my dad:
it is obvious how much he loves my mom
wonderful example of prayer
taught us to work hard
let us drive his truck anytime we needed it
is a fun grandpa and takes the kids on horse rides
is also a stern grandpa and keeps my kids in line!

taught us how to back up a trailer with a boat on it
excellent provider for our family so my mom could stay home with us
loves vegetables
came to every single cross country meet and basketball game
helped us in the summer with basketball drills

took us boating and snowmobiling and taught us how to play hard
taught us important lessons
engaged us in gospel discussions frequently
was involved in our schooling, sports, and social circles
played fun games with us
has a great relationship with my husband
doesn't like wal-mart
still likes it when i come sit on his lap
is the best daddy ever!

happy birthday daddy!

4 comments:

Jenny said...

i really love this list... and I would like to add that your dad was always welcoming and a great role model to your friends!

Krisser said...

Happy Birthday Bart!!!!

Melissa P said...

Happy Birthday to the best daddy ever!!!

Tiffany said...

DITTO!! What a great example!! He is so awesome!