A Happy Father's Day

To the dad we adore...

who plays with us in the pool, whether it be the backyard, the rec center or anywhere else we may be

who loves to play whatever the weather

And enjoys a good adventure challenging himself

Who works hard in the yard

And teaches us things

But also knows when we need a hug and a rest...

WE LOVE YOU!!!!!

What Every Great Father Knows...

That how much time you spend with your family is more important than how much money you spend on them.

That kids grow up faster than you realize; spend time with them now; and cherish every moment.

That it's more important to know how to fix a child's broken heart than anything around the house.

That what you do as a father today will be with your children throughout their lives.

That in any difficult time, the best thing you can do is just be there.

That you have all the wisdom, love, and insight you need to help your children become the kind of adults that both you and they will be proud of.
Edmund O'Neill

Luckily, we have someone in our family who already knows what it means to be a great father! The children in our home will never wonder how much their dad loves and cherishes them. He loves to play, listen, watch, help, laugh, teach, discover and it shows in everything he does for his kids. I have had several different neighbors come up to me and say what a great dad he is and how fun it is for them to see how involved he is with his children. Things like going to the park, bike riding, playing night games have all been mentioned. Carver and Clint are like two peas in a pod. They will always be buddies. Madalyn and Clint are very close emotionally he has such a soft spot for her. Nicalee is the little bug who stares in wonder and has now become Clint's little shadow. If dad is up doing something, everyone wants to be up. Sometimes I feel bad for Clint and how adored he is, but then I smile and pick up a good book and find my little corner and read :)

We had a great father's day! The kids and I made Clint breakfast in bed... and of course the kids wanted to eat breakfast in bed with him. He did get a song with it and the best melt in your mouth pancakes ever made, yogurt, oranges and OJ. He has some great new sandals and an Ifly Utah adventure coming up. We then had a fantastic BBQ dinner with family and it couldn't have been a nicer day for that. We went for a visit to my Grandpas grave and told stories about him and some of the things I loved best. Then we went to the park and played ghost in the graveyard (Carver really wanted to do that at the cemetery... we told him that would probably not be appropriate...) and we had soooo much fun (while Nicalee slept). Then we had to go on a mini bike ride, read some BOM, had family prayer and then Clint and I had some time. And we watched the Bucket List--- some really good things to think about. I just can't believe how lucky we are to be together. My little family means everything to me and I am so greatful to have all that we have, which brings me full circle. Dad's are incredibly important!!