Happy Fathers Day...

Dad and the Georgia Grandkids

As mentioned in our previous posts we have just returned from an amazing time in Southern California. For the first time in over a year I was able to go "home." You tend to forget how wonderful home really is until you are back in the comforts of family and friends. One of my favorite things about being home is going on a run with my dad. For those of you who do not know my dad, he is, in my opinion, the greatest dad anyone could ask for. It is so great to spend one-on-one time with him just talking as we run. We seem to understand each other and our conversations seem warm and comforting. My dad has not always enjoyed going on these runs. Just 5 years ago he made the committment to lose a lot of weight. He has accomplished and lives a healthy lifestyle. What an amazing accomplishment. I am so proud of you dad!

Moving to Georgia has been a great blessing in our lives. Although, owning your own business can be quite challenging at times. I feel blessed that I was able to work so much with my dad during my younger years. He too was a business owner and I saw the trials that he faced, I also saw the success that he reaped after good hard work and never giving up. Those memories that I have allow Hank and I to keep moving forward with our goals. Thank you Dad for teaching me the value of good hard work!

My Dad has taught me so many wonderful things. He has taught me the importance of family. He always supported my brothers and sister and I at each of our various activities, whether it be a soccer game, a baseball game, a piano recital, an awards ceremony...he was always there. He has been at every major event from graduations to weddings and most recently to 6 baby blessings as a grandfather.

Thank you for supporting us, loving us, and most importantly teaching us all you know! We love you Dad with all our hearts...thank you for being the greatest Dad that anyone could ever ask for!