Last few days of 2007, just thinking about my Dad, and how it is to be one myself…
Of the many memories that I have with Daddy (because he will always be THAT – not just Dad or Father), this picture about sums it up. At Grant Park in Atlanta, GA; we are enjoying a quick bite to eat & drink while looking forward to seeing “Willie B” – the most fearsome but entertaining gorilla! From this picture (that Mom must be taking…), looks like I am pretty much in kid-heaven, while Daddy isn’t as sure about the sandwich he is digging into! Daddy took us to Grant Park all the time! Whether it was just to walk (or likely run!) around or see what new animals were added since the last time, afternoons spent with Daddy were special!
Anyway, this day, some 40+ years later (since I don’t know how old I was in the picture), I’m glad to have been raised by a man & woman who loved God, loved each other, and loved us with almost equal intensity. I pray that I learn to do the same with my God, wife, and kids.