My Father

I have only known my father for about nine years now,  My parents were divorced when I was nine and my brothers didn't even know our dad.

I was allowed to go to visit him every so often the first year or so after the divorce.  After that time, there was no contact.  I do remember one time when I went to spend some time with him, he had this Barbie doll sitting in his car.  It was an old, ratty-haired doll, but I loved it because Daddy gave it to me.

Being a girl and wanting to be "Daddy's Little Girl", I missed my father terribly and I loved my father fiercely.  I hoped the day would come when I would see him again.  I honestly thought this would never happen.

Well, the day did come.  I was married and had two children.  My brother called and said that Dad had found him!  I was thrilled, scared and nervous all at once. 

This was the man I had dreamed about since I was a little girl.  The man I saw as a knight in shining armor.  The man who would be my daddy again.  I could hardly wait to meet him again.

It was a wonderful meeting.  Dad and I got along wonderfully.  He is one of the sweetest men I know.  I adore him and sometimes wish I could get all the years back that I missed with him.

No, he wasn't the knight in shining armor.  No, he wasn't perfect.  But, he is my dad and I love him dearly.  I wish I could see him more often, but that isn't possible.

Yes, I am "Daddy's Little Girl".  It is a position I relish.  I hope to get to know my Dad a little better.  His health isn't the best, but God willing, I will see him before he dies.

Happy Father's Day to all the fathers out there.

Happy Father's Day, Daddy!  I love you!