A letter to you

Dear Daddy, 

You are the first man that I ever loved. You are my hero. Your arms were the first place where I felt so safe and protected. 

The smile that comes upon your face when you see me makes me feel so cherished and adored.
Thank you for listening. Being able to be share with you and show you my vulnerability has been so important for my development as a woman. You have known when to offer me advice and when simply to wipe my tears.

Thank you for working hard to provide for me and our family. It has provided me with a sense of security that has propelled me in creating a fulfilling foundation for my own life.

Thank you for accepting me for who I am. Your unconditional support of my gifts and my quirks has supported me in knowing who I truly am. Loving encouragement from you has been the wind beneath my wings. 

Thank you for showing me your softer side. I know you are strong and protect me, but I also love when you show me your emotions. When you reveal them I feel so special and close to you.

Thank you for your time. Seeing you at dance recitals, drama performances, and at home for dinner made me feel like a priority in your life.

Thank you for always telling me to take a jumper and be careful. Even though it was annoying, I knew it was your way of saying, "I want you to feel warm and safe." 

And thank you for interrogating every boy who came over. Even though it was so embarrassing, I know it was your way of saying, "You mean the world to me." 

Thank you for being my teacher. You taught me how to ride a bike, throw a ball, drill a hole, and lay a tile.

Thank you for being faithful in love and in friendships. Your loyalty has helped me to be able to trust and be drawn to healthy, loving relationships. 

Thank you for being honest. I look up to you and respect your integrity. And your strong character has inspired me to value and honor myself.

Thank you for being a loving shoulder to cry on when my heart has gotten broken and a hand to high five to celebrate when I achieved a dream.

Thank you for giving me advice when I've needed to negotiate a contract, or take a leap of faith. Your wisdom is gold to me. 

Most of all thank you Daddy for being you. I know in my heart you have been the perfect Father for me, you have taught me the life lessons I need to learn. 

No matter what I will always love you. 

And no matter how old I am, I will always be your little girl. 

With all my love forever and always.

Soph's 
xxx 

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