Father's Day

"When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry." — William Shakespeare

One of the biggest problems in America, particularly with the blight of urban America, is the lack of kind, compassionate, and present fathers in the lives of our youth. It really struck me when going through "The Wire," or hearing messages from people like Donald Miller — who was so affected by an absent father in his life that he started a mentorship project to help others in similar situations — that it's hard not to feel blessed in my own life.

Not only did I grow up with my father as an active part of my life, I'm still blessed to call him a friend. I watch games with him, he helps me with projects and advice, and he's one of my favorite people to hang out with. Having known nothing different, it's easy to take that for granted. That's why it's important on days like to today to recognize and celebrate those blessings in our lives.

I am truly blessed to have a loving and caring father in my life. I owe so much of who I am to his positive influence. It doesn't seem quite enough, but thank you dad!