Happy (Step) Father's Day!

I think we can all agree that fathers are very significant people.  As small children, they teach us such skills as sharing; the importance of saying please and thank you; addressing our elders as Mrs. and Mr; and waiting our turn to speak in conversations.

As teenagers, fathers teach us about dedication and persistence; they teach us how to drive a car; and they teach us about punctuality as they wait up for us when we near our curfew.  And as adults they celebrate our new jobs, toast us at our weddings and whether or not they live across town or across the country, they never stop cheering us on.

My dear stepfather came into my picture just a few years ago, but his presence in my life has been nothing short of extraordinary.  He has supported me without hesitation, he is the best sounding board a girl could have, and he lives a life that is honest, peaceful and filled with love.

Thank you Bob, for being the very best stepfather I could ever ask for.  Happy Father's Day!