Today My Daddie celebrates his 75th Birthday. I have said it more than once. Our relationship has not come easy. There were many years of hurt and pain between us. It has not been an easy journey. I am glad I persevered and push through those struggles.
I would not be where I am in my relationship without my walk with GOD. Through studying out GOD’s love I have realized that I should love my earthly father in that same way. I have learned to forgive my earthly father no matter if he has asked for it or not. But not forgiving it causes a bitter seed to be rooted. It took many years to chop down that tree of bitterness and to even dig up the strong root beneath the surface.
It has taken me many years of healing to realize that GOD gave me the family I have for a reason. Especially my mom and dad. We have had strained and even distant relationships. God gave me them for a reason. Because of who they are it has made me into the person I am today. Good, bad and indifference.
I have learned many lessons from my dad.
-Being a Proud American
-Serving My Country
-Learning to respect my elders
-Being Proud of where I come from
-Learning to Stop & Listen beyond the words spoken.
-Sometimes it takes time to learn what love is.
-Nicknames can become a legacy
I am so grateful that GOD gave me the dad I have. Because who he is has molded me into who I am.
To GOD Be The GLORY
