Father's Day a Few Days Early

Good Morning!

“The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.” Proverbs 23:24 NIV

Yesterday’s verse of the day caught my eye and I just had to share it with all of you.

Miss N and I are blessed with five children – four boys and one girl. And when I say “blessed” I really mean blessed. I mean that even though some have chosen paths that I would not choose. I say that though some have gone through some very difficult periods … and some are going through a difficult period even as we speak. I say blessed even though there have been times when some (or perhaps all) have disagreed with me. Each is still a blessing to me.

I know that today is Thursday and I may be jumping the gun on Father’s day, but it is good to be a Dad … and to have the children that I have. And, yes, I am including my other daughter across the street. Each one is different and each one brings memories of great joy. I didn’t have a long relationship with my Dad … he left before I really knew who he was. I am glad that I have had the opportunity to see my children grow from diapers to being on their own. I miss them … almost every day. I love hearing from them on occasion.

I know there are a bunch of you who are Dads or Moms … and I bet you know how I feel. So … a little early but with great gusto: Happy Fathers Day.

Agape’


Mr. Jim