Thoughts On My Dad

Ten Words that Describe my Dad

10. Dedicated

9. Loving

8. Helpful

7. Giving

6. Tireless

5. Compassionate

4. Godly

3. Humble

2. Fun

1. Example

I have been thinking a lot about my dad lately. I think about him a lot as is, but lately it has been more than the usual. I had a few memories that have popped into my head:

Most Fun: Probably the most fun I have had with my dad was building the apartment in his basement that Kara and I lived in for two years. I had to finish school and keep a crummy job for the insurance, and Kara was pregnant and working. So on the weekends we built this two bedroom apartment in their basement in Fowlerville. I distinctly remember numerous times we lost the hammer we had just had our hands on (we are both really forgetful that way) and laughing so hard we cried at a stupid joke about carpet tacks and a swingset.

Most Painful: Probably the most painful memory that I share with my dad was when Elijah was born, we knew that God could do a miracle, but were not sure that he would do it. I remember a whole lot of family gathered in the waiting room, Elijah was just born with anencephaly, and we wanted Isaac to meet his brother before he passed, so I went to the waiting room to get him. My dad was there and he looked at me with expectant eyes. I remember wanting to be able to give him good news, but being unable to.

Most Inspired: The most my dad inspired me was all through life watching him love my mom. That is a rare thing to see these days, but not for me. I got to grow up watching my parents love each other, and love their God.

So all in all, I got a good deal when God gave me to my parents. Thanks Dad.