happy father's day

We made breakfast in bed for Aaron today... he opened presents at 7 AM. A new wallet, a couple of dress shirts and ties, new boxers for playing sports, several cards, a homemade statue of Chewbacca... you know, the usual.

We had a nice family dinner and pulled out our champagne glasses and toasted to the best Dad in the world with cold sparkling cider. Then we went around the table and each said something we loved about Aaron. Ben said he's grateful for Daddy because he wouldn't be alive without him... and that he works hard so our family can spend money. Luke said he loves playing soccer with Dad and he's grateful that he fixes everything around the house. Zack said he loves Daddy because he knows Daddy loves him. When I asked how he knew Dad loved him he responded ever so sassy, "Because he's told me like 5 times!" I told the kids that without Daddy around I would be a lonely librarian-- without a home of my own or children to call me Mommy. There is no doubt in my mind that I wouldn't be married if he didn't make me do it. Everything in my life that brings me happiness and joy is because of him. I am so grateful to have chosen a man who is such a great father.

My husband was raised by a great man who is passionate about everything he does. I love my father-in-law very much and I am so grateful for the example he was/is to my husband. My own dad is one of the most selfless, smartest, stable men I've ever known. He has always been there for me and I count myself very lucky to be one of his ten children. My little family is so very blessed to have the men in our lives that we do. Happy Father's Day.