Father's Day
For my children, when they are ready to receive it without malice. From Your Father You were given life, half of your biological body. Resilience, having learned you can suffer exceptional disappointment and continue on. Self-acceptance, a knowing that it is not the value others assign you that defines your worth. Independence, proof that you can master as much with fewer guides. Wisdom, as you have developed a profound emotional intelligence for your age. Discernment. You learned to surround yourselves with people who choose you. Loyalty, ferociously supporting your people because you chose each other. A deep yearning for love and acceptance that will make you deeply love and accept. Gratitude. Attuned to what you are blessed to have because you are aware of what you don’t. Hope, because you get to do the choosing in your future. These are not "gifts" I would have chosen for you. This is not the version of "family" I would have chosen for you. This is not the stru...