So very close now is graduation. A time to celebrate the accomplishment of completion. Completion of a requirement to education and becoming a integral part of society.
But I remember playing catch. I remember wrestling in the family room until we couldn't wrestle anymore. And now, graduation. Movin' on.
I have loved every part of being a dad. Even the tough moments both far and near because I know that even the tough times make us all grow. Zach has been such a pleasure to raise and I am not ready to stop. I don't want this time to be over, but it is at a new point. He is still my son and I am still his dad, but things will be different. On this side of that, I don't like it. I want to talk football after games like before. I want to go thru all the phases just one more time.
We were fashioned after the image of God. I think he must relish in us as I do my children. I hope as a believer, I have been a pleasure to raise. I hope that God can look down on me with the pride of a father who puffs up and says, "yeah, that's my son:)"
Zach: I love you. I am proud to be your father and I wish you the best. I am excited for the direction you take and am thankful for God watching over you. Always know how much mom and I love you. Forever, Dad
3 comments:
It's a tough time for parents, but it is also exciting! You and Dawn have done an amazing job. He is in God's hands! :) Zach, Mr. Walt and I love you too!!!!
Oh Keith...you never stop being a dad to your children-even when they are grown. It's different, but just as special...maybe even more so! You did an awesome job with your children.
What a great message about a Father's love! You will always be "dad"! You will even talk football years from now. For instance, my dad still calls me during half time of the Gator football games and we talk about some of the plays. He always knows that I will be watching!
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