Another “Dad” post you need to read
Sunday, June 15th, 2008Another message about lessons from ‘Dad’ Enjoy.
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Hi Fred
Josh here
About My Dad
When my dad was a kid, growing up in south, he was so poor that on a school trip to Washington DC with his school mates he was embarrassed to be the only kid there without shoes
Imagine looking up into the granite face of Abe Lincoln and being both embarrassed and inspired at the same time
My dad taught me many things and inspired life long qualities that I enjoy and admire to this day
Since its fathers day, I decided to share with you the most important things about life that he shared with me.
Some of these golden life nuggets he was conscientious of and others i learned just by watching him.
May they inspire you…
1. Greatness is the simple act of Never wavering from what you REALLY want, Never quitting, Never sacrificing your morals to get there and Never being too selfish to stop and help someone in need.
2. There are only 3 ways to get ahead in life - Use your brawn, Use your brain or steal.
His forearms are still bigger than my biceps
He never stole and refused to accept even change from the supermarket if it was too much.
He encouraged me to use my head more to get ahead.
3. Take care of your health because someday you will not have it. Someday comes sooner to those that disrespect their health.
4. Cherish every day as though it would be your last and NEVER go to sleep angry with the ones you love. Never break this rule.
5. And this is the most important thing I can ever thank my dad for. I find it hard to even put into words now as I type it.
He always believed in me.
In good times and in bad times he always believed in me.
I think if I had to choose, this would be the most important gift my father ever gave me.
I hope you have a story like this about your dad
Either way, take a minute and consider your legacy
What will your kids say about you?
It matters much who you choose to be
And if you:
Never Waiver
Never Quit
Never Sacrifice Your Morals
Never Be Too Selfish To Help Someone In Need
Never Take Your Health For Granted
Always Cherish The Day
Never Let The Sun Set On An Argument
Then you will have made my daddy proud
And someone will be proud to call you daddy or mommy or uncle…
And if you stumble, just pick your self backup
And if you are feeling blue- wear a smile because feeling follows action, not the other way around
And if you need a hand just reach out- help will find you
And never forget I believe in you
-Josh
P.S. Hi Dad, I know you are reading this Happy Fathers Day- I Love You
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