Thursday, May 17, 2007

I'd just like to say...

To my Dad,

To my Dad, who has always been there for me. To the one who has raised me and taught me in the way I should go, and with a Godly hand, loved me all the way. To the father who always encouraged me to be who God called me to be, to follow my dreams and to love others more than myself. To a leader who's example has inspired and changed many peoples lives, including mine. To a soldier who fights for our freedom. To a servant who waits at the door. To a smile that always reminds me of love.To a teacher who instills words of the Lord into his children. To a dad that always wanted the best for his wife and children. To a hunter that cherishes God's creation. To a fisherman who searches for the biggest fish and treasured time with his father-in-law and a fisher of men who searches for troubled hearts. To a heart that is sensitive to the Holy Spirit, to the thoughts of others and gives without strings attached. To a pastor who reaches out to those in need of healing. To the one whose example has helped to mold me into who I am today. To a lover who loves and enjoys his wife more than anything in this world. To a gift that has been given to all of us, and treasured among our greatest possessions. To an ear that has always been willing to listen and never left me alone. To a brother, husband, uncle, cousin, friend to many and most importantly...my father, I'd just like to say thank you. Thank you for those long nights, loving moments, words of wisdom, for always wanting the best for me, teaching me, never giving up, always believing in me, a blessing me just by being who you are. Thank you, Dad, for always flashing those blue eyes full of love and pride in my direction. I love you Dad!

7 comments:

Kevin said...

Thanks Whit. I'm very proud of the life you are carving out for yourself. You are a real joy because I know I don't have to worry about you making poor decisions. I love you dearly and am looking forward to seeing what the Lord has in store for you.

You're Awesome,
Dad

Laura said...

This is such a sweet post, Whitney! Your dad and I are very proud of you. You are a beautiful writer!

Love you, baby girl!

See you soon,
Mom

Greg said...

I saw your post about your dad. I am a New York Times bestselling author working on a new book about father-daughter relationships and thought you might want to contribute. Please visit my page for details about submitting stories for Daddy's Little Girl.

Gregory E. Lang
Author, Why a Daughter Needs a Dad

Laura said...

I enjoyed lunch with you and Burke and dad today. Don't forget to send this picture and the ones from yesterday to me!!

Life shifting said...

Sweet post Whitney,
Had a great time in Denton today. We ate at el Guao's.... yummo
Have a great day.
I'm gonna go spend a couple days with Ash while you are in Honduras. that will be fun.

Greg said...

Hi WHitney:

Just send it to me by email at greg.lang@mindspring.com. Travel safely!

Greg Lang

Laura said...

Whitney,

Did you ever send this to Greg? I still read this from time to time and love it. It is a beautiful description of your dad. We are having a wonderfully amazing time together here at Fort Jackson. The only thing we are missing is having you, Karl, Darby and Dillon with us. Miss you, baby girl!
Mom