Fatherhood

There are many ways to describe fatherhood and it is definitely a learning experience. Although frustrating at times, it is a rewarding experience that has no comparison. Someone who has no children cannot begin to fathom what it means to witness the birth of your own child. It is truly something that cannot be described with words. Watching your child grow and develop into an independent person is so amazing.

The whole experience gives you a new perspective of life. Things that you have taken for granted over time suddenly have new meaning as your child experiences them for the first time. Seeing the amazement in your little ones’ eyes brings back memories of your own childhood. As you teach your child to appreciate some of the things you enjoy in life, they in turn, teach you to appreciate new things as well. Spongebob Squarepants takes on new meaning when you share it with your little one.

Being a father gives your life new purpose and direction. Now you are responsible for taking care of another human being and providing for them. Fatherhood gives you fresh determination to make life better for your child. In your eyes no one will ever be good enough for your child. Sharing the happy moments and wiping away the tears brought on by life’s little boo-boos are just a small part of the experience.

Hearing your child’s first words brings a flood of emotions. As they learn to speak, some of their words will bring a smile to your face. Mustache was one of those words for me. I could listen to my daughter say that word over and over. Each time I heard her say mustache I could not help but giggle. The first time my daughter said, “I love you daddy,” turned me into a puddle of mush. On the other hand, you feel very different when this precious little thing says something unexpected like, “Look, it’s just a damn box!”Suddenly, the hair on your neck stands up and you think to yourself—oops, I will have to watch my tongue from now on.

This little person holds your heart in their little hands and your life is permanently altered.