Of Fathers and Daughters

There's not much more important in the life of a child, daughter or son, than their father. And sadly in this day and age, there is often nothing much more absent either. Thankfully my father was not. As an adult child I now have 2 wonderful Dads to celebrate on Father's Day. 

First, my own Daddy, Harry Blackmon, who has for my whole life believed in me more than anyone else. I have often felt somewhat invincible, like I really could do anything in the world, and I know this confidence came from my Dad's confidence in me. At church this Sunday, our pastor mentioned 3 things that make a good Father. Being present, being loving, and being generous. My Dad has always been all 3 of these. Thanks Dad for reflecting our heavenly Father in these ways - I am blessed. I now get the double blessing of my children experiencing all of these from you as grandpa.

Secondly, my husband, Jimmy Burton, who is now the Father of our Daughter. We just celebrated our 1 year anniversary, and every day I am more and more thankful to be married to this man. What a blessing to get to share life with him. He has loved me so well since day 1 and now lavishes that same love on our daughter. I know she will one day be thankful for the same things about you, Jimmy, that I am thankful for about my Dad.

I love you both - Happy Fathers' Day!

 The girls and Daddy at the Rangers game.

 Abigail and her Daddy.

 Abigail and her Grandpa.