Father's Day

We had a sweet and relaxing Father's Day yesterday with a trip to early service at church and then brunch at Starlite Cafe with my Dad and Zach. When we all get together there always seems to be a good combination of serious, deep conversation on life and faith and laughable, good-natured talk on movies, the ridiculous performances in the World Cup when someone is "injured" and the oddities in life. As I've gotten older I've come to admire and respect so much about my dad, particularly lately as he continues to remain positive and God-reaching despite losing his job of 27 years. He is a man aware of his faults but also aware of his strong character and love of people. I know M&M will hear great stories from history and encouragement to pursue her dreams from her Poppy - I am so grateful for that.

And then of course, there is the man I love most who celebrated his first Father's Day. He wanted to relax the rest of the day, so he did just that with only a few moments where he actually left the couch. I knew when I met Geoff and saw him interact with little ones that he was going to be a father completely invested in his children and a daddy who knew how to have fun. From early on we knew we wanted a family that included adopted and biological children, and I think that was one of the things that confirmed for us that we should be together. I hope M&M and our future children will share in their daddy's desire for adventure, willingness to take risk, ability to dream big and super generous heart (I think he would give away our groceries to the family down the street if I let him). Geoff - thank you for being a wonderful husband and father. You have so much to share and give to your baby girl and already I see so much of you in her, which is a beautiful thing...unless she acquires your driving skills - then we're all in trouble.