My Special Needs Father's Day Tribute

What is the true meaning of a Father? Any male can bear a child and become a parent. But it takes a real responsible man with morals and integrity to be an active Father. And it takes an extraordinary-stern kind of man to be a Father to a special needs child.

While it’s known a special needs mother is naturally the care-giver for the child the majority of the time, the one who tends to discuss, advocate and rally support around the child’s daily needs. The Father is the one who is generally more reserved and the person behind the scenes; but holds an intensive interest and is emotionally invested in the care of the child as well. He brings the calming sense of presence and helps provide the clarity to the world of the unknown—since the Father is equally vital.

Imagine the thought of any Father knowing he may not be able to teach his son his first pitch, his first free-style basketball shot, show him the proper way to hold and throw a football, ride a bike or even be his driving instructor. Instead, these Dads become the unsung hero to the life of their special needs child.

I will admit, often I have to remind myself I'm not running within this journey alone, because behind every special needs child there is a support team in place to help that child thrive; the doctors, therapists, dedicated teachers, extended family & friends and most importantly DAD.

In all fairness and in honor of this day, because Dads do deserve the acknowledgment, praise, gratitude, high five & pat on the back or even a hug. I thank all of you for loving and accepting your child with the disability as you are rallying their best result of your protection, nurturing and providing care.

With that being said, I'm also dedicating this post to My Love & Landon's Dad.....

I/We hope your day is bold & diligent as you; 
you have given us
your best and 
never neglected to provide for us.

As we know you're neither a  
sun nor moon to
light up the whole sky.

But just candles in the 
shadows of the night,

shining brightly to 
those that surround you.
You are such a handsome partner,
selfless father and a noble man for us.

We're grateful for the light you’ve shone!

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!



Landon's 1st Buddy!!
 

Landon's 1st Hero!!

Landon's Personal Barber!!

Landon's Leader!!

Our Family {taken Father's Day 2013}!!

"A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed,
and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society".
– Billy Graham