a day for dads

He didn't tell me how to live;

he lived, and let me watch him do it.

 -Clarence Budington Kelland, American author

Ten things my dad taught me:

• Always shine your shoes...it says a lot about you.
• Never underestimate the impact of spray paint, magic markers and duct tape...you can re-create the world with these.
• Start every day with a good breakfast.
• Make time to read and listen to good music.
• When things get too crazy, give yourself a time out to walk or take a drive.
• When you do a job, make sure you give it your best.  He always told me, "Give 'em hell, Harry!"
• Be honest.  It doesn't matter who else knows.  But you do.
• Trust in God even when it doesn't make sense.
• Never give up on your children.
• Get to bed early so you can be up to see the sunrise.

To my dad and to dads everywhere...have a fabulous Father's Day!