Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever. ~Author Unknown

What does Father’s Day meant to you?

And now a word to you fathers. Don’t make your children angry by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction approved by the Lord.  (Eph. 6:4; NLT)

Sunday is Father’s Day!  I couldn’t let the day go by without a special tribute to all the Dads among our readers.  I had a very special Dad…I was actually born on his birthday.  He’s been gone for many years now, but I still think of him often.  Interestingly enough, I still want him to be proud of me.

For the last 25 plus years, I’ve enjoyed being able to call Sharon’s Father, my Dad.  He’s an equally special Dad.  He’s always there for us and I’ve sure been blessed to be part of that family.

A little research shows that Father’s Day doesn’t carry a lot of weight for most folks.  Answers.com reports, “In the US, there are fewer dollars spent on gifts [compared to Mother's Day], and retailers say the shopping is more last-minute. Even Google confirms that online searches for dear old dad’s day don’t measure up to those for his partner in procreation.  In fact, the only area in which Father’s Day is No. 1 is… collect calls.  Not phone calls as a whole, just collect calls; phone call volume in general doesn’t rise, according to Verizon.”

So, I couldn’t let the opportunity go by to buck the trend and offer a salute to all the Fathers on their special day. 

BTW–I have an idea…before your kids call you to wish you a happy Father’s Day, maybe you could call them…and don’t forget to reverse the charges.

Have a great weekend!

Prayer Power
Lord, as we approach this special day set aside for our Fathers, we want to also remember our heavenly Father.  We thank You for all the love and protection You send our way 24/7…the epitome of what being a Father is all about.

Link of the Day
Sing Me A Song Again, Daddy

Blessings on you as you remember Father’s Day this Sunday.