Father's Day

Today marks my third father-less Father's Day.

Time doesn't help so much, but

my appreciation for the father I had

grows greater with every day I have to live in a world without him.

 This blog directly reflects my father's influence:
I would not love theatre

if it had not been for my father encouraging me to articulate my passion. And being so supportive that the word supportive loses meaning. Not only did he encourage my interest, but he adopted it as his own. He was an athlete who was intrinsically non-artistic, but was open to love this new arena because it was introduced to him from the love of his daughters. His encouragement towards his children to do what God created us to do was astounding.

I would not have moved to Chicago alone

if he hadn't instilled in me the importance of independence. Not to mention his confidence in my ability to be my own person & flourish in any environment. It is hard to doubt yourself when the person you respect most in the world has the utmost confidence in you.

 

I would not have started this blog

if he hadn't set such a strong example as one who works to create their work-based success & happiness. My father created goals for himself that weren't even on the table & achieved them at a higher caliber than anyone expected. His success was astounding, but not to his family because we saw the hours & focus behind his success.  Of all his legacies, the strength of his work ethic will undoubtedly be his most long-lasting & inspiring.