Happy Birthday, Papi!!!
Today is my Papi's 59th birthday. My dad and I have always been close. The bond of father and daughter is very ingrained, especially since I'm the only girl. I'm daddy's little girl. Even now at 31 and married I still think of my dad as my strong place and protector. My husband fits these roles as well but it's just different. I miss the daily interactions with my dad. I think about all the things we did when I was little. There are so many memories to chose from.
He was always active with my brothers and me. Taking us to the park, hiking, biking, walking and other activities. He is full of energy and full of life. My dad has a very charismatic personality. People are generally drawn to him. God has blessed him with a trusting and charming spirit. He is a people person. We can't go anywhere, literally, and not find a person that he doesn't know. There is always someone somewhere who knows him and loves him.
My dad has been working in the auto parts industry for as long as I can remember. I remember going to his job when he worked at a shop on Valencia St. in San Francisco. Though I visited often I never really learned much I just wanted to be with my dad. My brothers on the other hand took to learning about cars quickly. I can still remember the smell of the shop. Every time I walk by an auto shop it brings me back to those times with my dad, watching him work and spending time with him.
The times I cherish the most are the ones where we just talked. And it's not just one particular conversation but all of them. He always listened to me, without judgment. My voice mattered to him. I felt so precious and priceless. I have kept those times close to my heart.
He taught me many lessons in life. He taught to work hard, play often and to love God with all my heart. I love my daddy very much. I'm grateful daily that my Father gave me such an amazing father.
Papi, Thank you for all you do! You are treasured, appreciated, respected and loved!! May the Lord grant you many many more years! I LOVE YOU, PAPI!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
My dad has been working in the auto parts industry for as long as I can remember. I remember going to his job when he worked at a shop on Valencia St. in San Francisco. Though I visited often I never really learned much I just wanted to be with my dad. My brothers on the other hand took to learning about cars quickly. I can still remember the smell of the shop. Every time I walk by an auto shop it brings me back to those times with my dad, watching him work and spending time with him.
The times I cherish the most are the ones where we just talked. And it's not just one particular conversation but all of them. He always listened to me, without judgment. My voice mattered to him. I felt so precious and priceless. I have kept those times close to my heart.
He taught me many lessons in life. He taught to work hard, play often and to love God with all my heart. I love my daddy very much. I'm grateful daily that my Father gave me such an amazing father.
Papi, Thank you for all you do! You are treasured, appreciated, respected and loved!! May the Lord grant you many many more years! I LOVE YOU, PAPI!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
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