Boy this is a hard one for me to describe, but I'll try.
My Mom and Dad were married until I was about 11 and I saw him a couple of times after that and then he just kind of disappeared out of my life. So when Father' Day comes around I really don't know quite how to answer people's question when they ask "How are you spending your Father's Day".
My current husband was a step-father to my boys and since their Dad was always there for them when they were younger, Father's Day to them is for their father which I understand. However, as they get older I see they talk with my hubby about things they did not before. My husbands kids (now grown) always make sure their "Dad" loves them and all.
So Sunday will come and go and I just don't get too excited or sentimental about it. But then maybe I do and I have just blocked out the absence of a father so I don't get all sentimental and think about what I missed out on.
However, since my Dad wasn't around I really don't know if I missed out on anything or not. I turned out pretty good and you know what, I'll call my son who now has a daughter and he is turning out to be a pretty good Dad. I love watching how he watches out for her, shows her his love by not being afraid to give her hugs and kisses. He has no problem showing her the diference between right and wrong. As she grows and wants to spread her wings they will have their challenges but that is what being a parent is all about. So this Father's Day, I'll be proud to say that I am so happy to see what a "great Dad" my son is becoming. You can't wish for anything better than that, don't you think??
