Father's Day

My husband is stronger and pushes himself more than I do in many ways. I tried to provide a safe place where whatever he felt called to do today on what could potentially be just as hurtful was alright with me. I felt Billy just needed me to unconditionally respect his decision this morning. I know he is a Godly man and I trust him as the head of our household. I really wouldn't have blamed him had we stayed home and done our own service. I just don't want to see my husband hurt. 51 other weeks out of the year we are there. Mother's Day we praised and worshiped God, just the two of us. My brave husband decided he wanted to go to church and over to my family's houses to celebrate with my dads. Without vicariously confessing (it's one thing for me to be so open, I protect my husband's privacy) I know it was hard for him as well. Children are drawn to his humor, warmth and kindness. When we went to the Ukraine in 2006, all 8 boys hung all over him. His nieces and nephews clamor to sit next to him when we visit. Part of the reason I married him was his integrity, honor, faith and loyalty. These traits will be an asset to our children as a living example to keep their word, not compromise their beliefs and in our easy disposable world to stick to their goals and see them through. I am so proud of him and the man he is. His level head, sincere, generous and selfless heart are so admirable to me. I would tell any young girl that you should look at what a man does and not what he says. Not just that he says he loves you, but he makes sacrifices, he lives what love is. I do look forward to the day he will bring all of those qualities to enrich our child's life. For now, I will find happiness in keeping him to myself for a bit longer.

Today, I'm also thankful for all the father's I have in my life. My dad, step-dad and father-in-law are all very loving men. They have all helped shape and influence my life. I'm very blessed to have so many men; especially in a day and age where men walk away from their responsibilities easily to stick with me and love me even when I'm not lovable.