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To All The Fathers Who…

June 16, 2013 By momcafe 32 Comments

To all the fathers who…

  Stepped up, plugged in, held on, forged ahead, committed to, learned how, embraced all, encountered much, battled through, held tight, loved soft, never quit, backed off, let loose, braved courage, faced fears, prayed for, tightened up, loosened reigns, remembered when, helped often, inspired much, led forward, stayed true, taught morals, found strength, said yes, valued life, reasoned well, gave in, made time, had fun, helped out, played fair, took care, provided plenty, let go, stood up, swallowed pride, changed paths, took risks, dug deep, went easy, pushed forward, fought for, carried burdens, kept going, dreamed big, never quit, shed tears, forgave often, found patience, shined light, suffered pain, made dates, had faith, showed respect, wrote notes, held hands, stayed safe, laughed loud, lost sleep, slowed down, tackled chores, tried hard, let win, chose right, opened up, gave grace, got involved, gave your all…

I commend you.

*For the true integrity of a man is measured by such things*

*For the true integrity of a man is measured by such things*

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I dedicate this post to my beloved husband, the father of my children. He inspired these words.

Father's Day

 

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  1. Andrea says

    June 16, 2013 at 3:11 am

    So sweet!

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:23 am

      Thanks Andrea!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Michelle says

    June 16, 2013 at 11:15 am

    Love this!!

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:23 am

      Thanks so much Michelle! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Carin Clark says

    June 16, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    Love this! So many fathers out there who step up and do what’s right. They deserve to be recognized. 🙂

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:22 am

      There are so many amazing men who show true integrity in this area!! Sadly, there are many who don’t as well. I am blessed that I have a husband who can truly “step up”. If fathers get it ‘right’- then they get the privilege of having a remarkably abundant life with their child/children.

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  4. Ilene says

    June 17, 2013 at 12:13 am

    Love this and yes, the true integrity of a man, or for any of us that is, is in our actions. Always. xo

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:17 am

      Exactly Ilene! Actions will always speak louder than even the most elaborate words… and this is coming from us two- who find passion in words! 😉

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  5. Laurie says

    June 17, 2013 at 12:42 am

    Love those words. Well said…and what an inspiration,

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:14 am

      Thank you Laurie. I kept coming up with more through out the day, as I just kept thinking of the last ten years and how much ‘integrity’ he truly shows in being such an amazing father. I know so many who fall short in many ways… as I kept adding to the list, I realized how truly blessed I am. If we women can really focus on the things our guys actually do, we see how remarkably they father our kids.

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  6. another jennifer says

    June 17, 2013 at 1:59 am

    Love this! Beautifully put, my friend.

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:11 am

      Thanks SO much Jennifer. 🙂

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  7. Tricia says

    June 17, 2013 at 12:55 pm

    Beautiful. Such a loving tribute. I am so lucky to know so many dads who have done and who do all of those things.

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:11 am

      Thanks so much Tricia!! There are many men who truly live out this kind of integrity. Sadly, there are many more who don’t.

      I am blessed that I found that kind of man for my kiddos. 🙂

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  8. Stephanie (www.whencrazymeetsexhaustion.com) says

    June 17, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    I sent this to my husband and wrote, “What Chris said” on it 🙂

    BEAUTIFUL!

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:07 am

      Oh that’s AWESOME Stephanie!!! SO glad you have a man of integrity too! That cracks me up and lifts me up at the very same time. Thanks so much, hun!!! 🙂

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  9. AnnMarie says

    June 17, 2013 at 8:10 pm

    So well said and in such a cool way! Way to go, my friend. 🙂

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:06 am

      Thanks honey… 🙂 Our men really do have integrity. And it shows.

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  10. Eli@coachdaddy says

    June 17, 2013 at 8:31 pm

    We men fall short of so many of these at one time or another. It helps to have a strong man we call dad to serve as our model, and to have the courage every night to tell ourselves, “tomorrow, I’ll try again.”

    Beautifully said, CC.

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:03 am

      Where you fall short… you always end up standing tall. Although you guys may drop a ball here and there… you always know how to end the game with a win. 😉 And our children always know, no matter what- they can count on you to score the winning goal after all.

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      • Eli@coachdaddy says

        June 18, 2013 at 6:41 pm

        We’re learning too. And it’s not just about each win, it’s about the big picture. I think my kids learn more from my failures than from my successes.

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        • momcafe says

          June 19, 2013 at 2:51 am

          I get that. I really do. Did I mention that “humility” is one of the best indicators of integrity? Oh yes. Yes it is… And you got it, BC. 😉

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  11. Mary @ A Teachable Mom says

    June 18, 2013 at 12:47 am

    Love this, Chris! I am stealing every one of your words to say to my husband. Thank you for reminding me how blessed I am!

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    • momcafe says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:00 am

      Yeah… I kept adding as the day went on and I was thinking about all of the things our men do as fathers of our children. We are SO blessed. 🙂

      Reply
  12. thedoseofreality says

    June 18, 2013 at 4:40 pm

    Do you mind if next year I just print this out for our Father’s Day card? It is PERFECT. Well said! :)-Ashley

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    • momcafe says

      June 19, 2013 at 2:49 am

      Print away Ashley!! PRINT AWAY!!! You’re so sweet… 😉

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  13. Hope says

    June 19, 2013 at 7:14 pm

    I’m so late! This is such a wonderful tribute Chris. I don’t think you missed a thing. Hope your hubs had a wonderful Father’s Day!

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    • momcafe says

      June 20, 2013 at 5:03 am

      Thanks so much Hope!!! I am really blessed to have such a wonderful father for my children. I think I could have added about a hundred more things…

      Reply
  14. Mothering From Scratch says

    June 20, 2013 at 3:05 pm

    {Melinda} What a beautiful tribute to your man. 🙂

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    • momcafe says

      June 20, 2013 at 3:08 pm

      Thanks SO much Melinda!! 🙂 He deserves it…

      Reply
  15. Peggy says

    June 20, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    Wow! I Love This…very well put.

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    • momcafe says

      July 12, 2021 at 7:59 am

      Thank you so much for your beautiful comment, Peggy! I’m so glad you liked it. XO

      Reply

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