Where I am from

I am from a daddy who was proud to have a baby girl at 47 years old.

I am from a hard working father who held Broaddus Hospital’s walls up for 40+ years, who shovels feet of snow in the winter, but always has time to comfort me when I am sick, upset, or hurt.

I am from a comforting father who held me up in water until I could swim on my own and tried to get me to face my fear of dogs.

I am from a traveling father who always made time for a family trip, whether to the lake, to the beach, or to an amusement park like Idlewild or Kennywood.

I am from a supporting father who sat through all day cheerleading competitions, marched alongside parades to watch me twirl, never missed a basketball game, got bleacher butt at volleyball tournaments every Saturday in the fall and tried to be the best gymnastics coach he could be.

I am from a traditional daddy who taught me to color eggs on Easter, sit on Santa’s lap during Christmas, and celebrating the holidays with family.

I am from a sharing daddy who allowed me to wear his clothes, shared his interests, and his birthdays.

I am from a daddy who taught me values, such as the significance of education, family, and to always embrace my inner childhood.

I am from a caring father who always has a place for me and my step siblings and is proud to escort me across the field for homecoming, and eventually down the aisle to the love of my life.