No. 001: To My Dad

Rembrandt's The Return of the Prodigal Son (1669)

“Anyone who has the chance to enter your orbit is better for it.”

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Dad,

There is not a single word or phrase that could describe how grateful I am for the privilege of having you as my dad.

You showed me what it was like to be truly loved unconditionally and how to love selflessly and fiercely. Your love, patience, and kindness exceed far beyond anyone I have ever met. Anyone who has the chance to enter your orbit is better for it.

You have always been my protector. The person I turn to when life gets hard and confusing. And now I watch you do the same for my children. Watching you become a grandpa (Bubba) has given me the gift of reliving my own childhood. I love how tender you are with them and how much they adore you. Pretty sure you're their favorite person. I can't blame them. Seeing you laugh and play with them reminds me of all the beautiful memories you and I made growing up.

I can't imagine my life without you in it. You have always been my person. And thinking about not having you around feels terrifying. So I won't say goodbye. Instead I'll say, I love you. Thank you for being my dad. Thank you for everything you have taught me. Thank you for loving me, and for loving the family I have created, and for being the best Bubba ever.

I love you.

Kenz