Not All Father’s are the Same

Father’s Day is a day to honor the many dads that step up to the plate and care for their children. While looking through Facebook, I see posts of happiness from many celebrating Father’s Day. Some are posts of sadness from mourning the loss of their dads. And, some hold resentment from dads who chose not to be in their children’s lives.

Yes, there are some deadbeat dads out there. Dads that never once cared to seek for their child or call them. Other’s that broke promises to their children and never showed up to their events or picking them up. And, of course, the ones that raised their stepchildren as their own all the while ignoring their biological children. But not all dads fall into this category.

I’ve known of dad’s that have taken the role of moms forgoing the dating scenario. Dads that never remarried because their main priority was their children. Other dads that, when their wives decided to bail on them or passed away, stepped up to the plate and raised their children alone as a mother and father.

I am blessed to have a wonderful father in my life. My dad was a good father and provider. Ever since I can remember, my dad worked two jobs to provide for our family. Unfortunately, that didn’t leave him enough time to attend graduations, plays, or any of our extra-curricular activities. But it did not take away from him being a good dad. He is still on the earth plane with us, and I thank the Lord every day for giving me a great dad. Even though we’re miles apart, I still have a great relationship with him.

So to all the Dads out there, Happy Father’s Day. May your life be filled with blessings.

Originally published at https://debbiesreflection.com on June 21, 2020.