Happy Birthday Daddy!

Today is my Dad's birthday. He is 53 today. My Dad and I haven't always been particularly close. Growing up he was always the strict one and he meant business. I'll admit at times I was intimidated by that. Even though my Dad may be old fashioned with some of his beliefs and his way of doing things I know he means well. For example, he didn't allow me to live with Cory until we were married. I thought it was the most absurd thing ever, but now I've come to value his decision.

In addition, my father is one of the hardest working men I've ever met. He has worked 6 days a week, 50 plus hour a week for as long as I can remember. He always did everything he could to support our family, and for that I have a tremendous amount of respect for him.

Now that I've have moved out and got married I know that my Dad is extremely proud of the woman I've become. He is always willing to help me in any way he can (He even came over to shovel us out today. on his birthday no less!). I love him very much and I really couldn't ask for a more caring and compassionate father.

I love you Daddy!


Here are some of my favorite pictures of my Dad and I from my wedding.

Outside of our house on the deck my dad built 

My dad walking me up the aisle

Daddy/Daughter Dance (Isn't he so handsome?)