Fathers

Well, today is Father's day. I want to talk about two different types of fathers here.

First, earthly fathers. I am so thankful for my dad. He is seriously my hero, he has taught me who I am, what I deserve, and more importantly, who I am with my Heavenly Father.

My dad used to read us to sleep every night. He is the best at reading stories. We didn't get the typical bedtime stories, it was always Lord of the Rings, or Chronicles of Narnia, and as I grew older, Harry Potter. He would change his voice for each character, and because he found such great love in it, I grew to love books and reading.

There have been many mistakes in my life, and my dad has been there for me no matter what. He encourages me to be a better person. My grandfathers are also amazing. They are hardworking, loving, and patient with me. They encourage me in all I do, and support all of us grandchildren.

These amazing men in my life have taught me what I want for my future through their amazing examples.

However, we don't only have earthly fathers. We also, each, have a loving and patient Father in Heaven. Our Heavenly Father loves us so much He sent His son to atone for our sins, to die for us, so that we can repent and return to live with them again. He places people in our lives to guide us, strengthen us, and love us. He gives us trials so we can learn, and no matter what, He is always there for us. No matter what we do, how badly we mess up, He is there for us, listening to our cries, reaching down to help us.

I want us all to take time this day to express our thanks to our earthly fathers, but also to our Father in Heaven, who loves us more than we can possibly comprehend. Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there!!

XOXO, Sydney