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HAPPY FATHERS DAY DAD!

My Dad has got to be the best Dad out there, yes you may argue that your Dad is the best but, to me, mine is better ;). I love my Dad so much and I know he loves me back unconditionally. I remember growing up, my parents had this card stuck on their bathroom mirror that said "I unconditionally love and support you". I never really understood it as a kid, I didn't get the unconditional part. Now I DO! I have seen my Dad love me, my sisters, my mom, his church and God unconditionally. He gives and gives and gives and never asks for anything in return. I have a father who has shown me my Heavenly Father. My Dad led me to the Lord when I was about 7 and as I have grown he has steered my back to God many times. My Dad has always taught me that God comes first and to ask God before I ask him. He has shown me how to live the Christian life. I love you Dad!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for loving me and calling me your "baby".

John--Happy 2nd fathers day. Next year you will hear it from Jackson!! God is shaping you into an excellent father! I love the way you "talk" to Jackson in your guys' own language; you seem to understand each other. I love it when people say, "Man, he looks just like his Daddy". I beam with pride. This past year has brought many changes to our lives and with each one I was able to look to you trust that you were trusting our Heavenly Father with each decision. As you grow as a father I pray that you will keep looking towards the best example we have--God our Father and imitate him. I pray that God gives us many more father's days to celebrate together!! Happy Father's Day babe!

Ryan--Ryan was a superb Dad to two little kids who think he is the greatest. Ryan always had enough energy to play with his kids for at least a little while every day. I remember when the twins were little Ryan balancing the bottles for both of them--you can see the picture on Kristin's blog. Ryan has left a legacy of love for his wife, his children and above all his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Ryan is now in the presence of His Heavenly Father and while we grieve here on earth, we know Ryan will not be forgotten. Lily and Wyatt--your Daddy loved you soo soo much and most of all he wants you to fall in love with your Heavenly Father in the years to come so that one day you can all be in the presence of the Most Holy Father!

HAPPY FATHERS DAY TO ALL THE FATHERS OUT THERE!!