To the Father of My Children

With father’s day weekend, I thought it would be nice to share a post about my hubby. AKA the father of my children.

I know if there is one thing I do right in my life, it was who I chose to be the father of my kids. From day one, Mike has always shown up for our kids. Our family. I remember being 15 years old, scared out my mind finding out we were pregnant with our oldest. Mike didn’t hesitate to step up and say, “We’ll figure this out.”

And we did.

Mike has proved over and over again that he meant WE would figure this out. He continues to provide for us financially and emotionally. He’s not the dad that works overtime and misses out on appointments and games. He goes to every single thing. He plays with our kids, he’s there for them, and he has never let us down.

When it comes to our youngest and his medical issues, Mike is there through it all. The most recent hospital admission in particular has shone a different light on my husband. Not that I ever saw him in a bad light, but just something about that experience has made me feel stronger for him than I did before.

Mike, you have helped me see so many things in a different light. Including myself. A brighter, more beautiful light than I ever thought existed. When I’m insecure, you don’t get upset. You talk me through it. In the most loving and calm way. You have shown up in every way imaginable, and you always remind me that you are here for the long-haul.

You are constantly teaching me something new, and I wouldn’t want to go through life with anyone else.

Our kids are so lucky to have you as their dad. Someone to listen to them, to guide them. You show up to every one of Gab’s basketball games and every one of Ian’s appointments. You didn’t run away when things got extremely difficult or scary. You stayed. I can see it in your eyes how much you love our kids. And I am eternally grateful that you are the father of my children. Our children. And that you are my husband.

Thank you for continuing to grow with me all these years later.

We love you!