The Father In My Life

The father in my life...

I wondered what I could say to honor this man for the special day coming.

As I thought and thought and thought some more, these were the words I wrote. As you read, I'm sure you'll know who I'm talking about... :0)

I know there are times he does not like what I'm cooking for dinner, but

because of him -

 I never worry about our girls going hungry.

I know there are times he doesn't care for how I've decorated the house, but

because of him -

 I never worry about a lack of shelter for our family.

I know there are times he's frustrated with this woman he calls his wife ;), but

because of him -

 I never fear an angry outburst of violence. 

I know there are times he dreads this hot house of feminine emotion that awaits him, but

because of him  -

  I never worry about him not coming home

I know there are times he's tired of looking ahead and wants to quit planning, but

because of him -

  I never fear our future.

I know there are times he's discouraged with one thing or another, but

because of him -

 I never worry about him giving up. 

I know there are times he wishes he didn't have to relate or communicate, but

because of him -

  I never worry about a man who refuses to grow

This man who I can say "because of him" would tell you very quickly he is only who he is because of Him who sits in the highest seat of honor in his heart - Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. 

I don't know what I did to deserve this wonderful man I call my husband, but he's the father in my life I want to honor for Father's Day. He's an amazing husband and father and I'm so very thankful the Lord gave him to me. I will love you forever, Arthur William Fitchie III!

I hope you can put up with me that long! ;0)------