Happy Father's Day, Dad

Even though my Dad is no longer physically with me, his spirit and example will be with me forever.

I had a dream just the other night about camping with Dad.  Such good times and memories.   Oh how I wish we could go just one more time.  He and Mom have always been my best cheerleader.

I was thinking about some of the things he taught me.  I could never name them all, but here are a few, in no particular order....

• Righty tighty Lefty Loosey
• The best things in life are the simple things
• fresh garden corn and tomatoes
• a slice of watermelon
• fishing on the shore of a mountain lake or bank or the river
• Hugs
• being tucked in at night
• a good joke
• a wild flower
• If you take care of your "things" they will last a long time
• TV is a waste of time when you could be working on your hobbies
• Count, Count Count.  Music...its all about the numbers
• Music is not all about numbers - feel and emote
• Home Made is the best
• As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord
• Be honest in all your dealings
• Family is important - take care of them
• We are blessed to be American - Be Proud of it and don't waste your privileges
• Always do your best and believe in yourself
• Work Hard
• Be aware of those that have less then you and be willing to share and give
• Honor your heritage.
• How to tie a fisherman's knot
• How to roll a sleeping bag up so tight it will fit back into it's original cover
• A Sunday Afternoon nap is good for the soul
• How to shoot a rifle and hit the target
• If you are quiet, you can see and hear a lot more things.
• Chores First - Play second
• A can of peanuts or bag of chips helps take care of the munchies

 I am sure there are more and I could go on for quite some time.  Although, at this time, I don't have children, I would hope when my opportunity comes that I will be able to be as good of a parent as he was.  Happy Father's Day Dad!