Happy Father's Day

love this video. . .

I am so grateful for all the wonderful fathers in my life--my Ben, my dad, my father-in-law, my grandfathers, uncles, my brother, and brothers-in-law.  They are all amazing men who are wonderful examples.  I am thankful for fathers who

care

love

listen

read to their kids

ride bikes with their kids

make pinewood derby cars

hug

kiss

cuddle

tickle

tease

cry

comfort

bless

pray

jump on the trampoline

play soccer

watch races

run swim meets

make dinner

make treats

go on walks

laugh

go to the library

go to school plays

go to awards assemblies

go to 100 other kids activities

take mom on dates

are faithful

courageous

kind

tender

protect

lead

are sensitive

sing

play the piano

get up with the baby in the middle of the night

change dirty diapers

leave love notes

call just to say hi

push the cart

go shopping

push the stroller

carry the baby

mentor

work hard

provide

study

value education

value motherhood

and the list can go on and on.  Being a father is not an easy job.  They have a lot to do.  I am so grateful for my Ben who is a father just like this.  Happy Father's Day Ben!  You are amazing!  I love you!