lessons learned

i am thankful for my dad and the lessons i've learned from him.

my dad spent most of his career as an engineer, but his first career was teaching. and although he left the field of education he never stopped teaching.

thanks dad for being one of my first and most important teachers.

i have learned...

to enjoy swimming and bike riding

the value of a dollar

to be a discerning shopper (and it's ok to take things back)

to give genuine compliments

that a smile and a hug can lift your spirits

the importance of encouragement

how nice it is when your friends like your dad

to work hard and with integrity

to value my education

to set goals and work hard to accomplish them

to be a better writer and communicator

that I am a work in progress- always learning and growing

to take care of those you love

to be kind to people - even strangers

more about my Heavenly Father through the character of my earthly dad

to keep my priorities in line (e.g.spending time with your kids/going to church is more important than sleeping in and/or tackling that to do list)

to honor my commitments

that morning can be the perfect time to spend with God

that discipline is an act of love and not meant to evoke fear

you can be a leader without being aggressive, selfish and dishonest

to find joy in daily life and count my many blessings

that love is not just an emotion, but actions

to say " i love you... i'm sorry..... will you forgive me?"

that life is less about what you accomplish and more about how you've touched people's lives

i've learned... to love, hope, grow and pray... and i've learned...a lot about the qualities i want to see in my son.

happy father's day dad. i love you.