I may not be the perfect daughter that you hoped for me to be
And I may not always agree with everything youve said to me
But now that Ive grown older and am a parent just like you
I find myself realizing, Dad, the words you spoke are true -

That life is not about appearances, fortune, fame or things
Its about family, God, loyalty, love and all it brings
So when people tell me that my father is such a wonderful man
My heart swells with pride because now I understand:

The sacrifices you made for us; your hopes and dreams deferred
The pain you felt when trials and tribulations had occurred
Watching your children suffer knowing theres nothing you can do
Now I see all of the heartache we, your children, put you through

Im very blessed to be your offspring, yes - an arrow from your quiver
You taught me to love whats right and to be a cheerful giver
You showed me what hard work is from the callouses on your hands
You prayed with me, listened, and revealed to me Gods plan

So I just wanted to thank you for being exactly who you are
My daddy, my friend, my mentor, my bright and guiding star
You have a special place in my heart where love grows more and more
You will always be my father, a man that I adore!

06/16/2007