Father's Day
Today we recognize all the fathers in the world who do the right things each and every day for their children. There is no doubt that they are extremely valuable in helping their children grow into strong, responsible, and kind adults. Their role differs from a mother, but is just as important, and we thank them.
The men I want to address today are the ones who may not be fathers, or may be someone else's father or grandfather, but make a choice to try and fill the void for a child with an absent father. Regrettably, there are too many children in our society who struggle with the fact that their fathers have chosen to be absent from their life. Who show no regard for the repercussions of this choice or the damage it does to a child's self-esteem.
Fortunately, I have seen first-hand some amazing men who freely give their time to one of these children. Nobody has asked them to step in; they just saw the need and knew they could help. Maybe by doing so they could fill a little bit of the empty space in that child's life.
They do this not looking for recognition or accolades for their actions. It is done for the child in the hope that perhaps they will smile and forget for a while that their father isn't around. To let a child know that they are important and worth someone's time. And sometimes they anonymously give monetarily to ensure a child has the opportunity to do things he or she may not otherwise be able to do.
Some people feel a strong desire to try and make a difference for these children, and I think perhaps they are answering God's plea. I do know that someone, or something, whispers in their ear to lead them to these children in need. Regardless of how the connection transpires, I want to thank them. Thank you for making the choice to step in and make a difference in the life of a child. Your impact will allow them to flourish in spite of life's difficulties.
The men I want to address today are the ones who may not be fathers, or may be someone else's father or grandfather, but make a choice to try and fill the void for a child with an absent father. Regrettably, there are too many children in our society who struggle with the fact that their fathers have chosen to be absent from their life. Who show no regard for the repercussions of this choice or the damage it does to a child's self-esteem.
Fortunately, I have seen first-hand some amazing men who freely give their time to one of these children. Nobody has asked them to step in; they just saw the need and knew they could help. Maybe by doing so they could fill a little bit of the empty space in that child's life.
They do this not looking for recognition or accolades for their actions. It is done for the child in the hope that perhaps they will smile and forget for a while that their father isn't around. To let a child know that they are important and worth someone's time. And sometimes they anonymously give monetarily to ensure a child has the opportunity to do things he or she may not otherwise be able to do.
Some people feel a strong desire to try and make a difference for these children, and I think perhaps they are answering God's plea. I do know that someone, or something, whispers in their ear to lead them to these children in need. Regardless of how the connection transpires, I want to thank them. Thank you for making the choice to step in and make a difference in the life of a child. Your impact will allow them to flourish in spite of life's difficulties.
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