It's Father's Day, and it brings several things to mind. Number one, there are many fathers out there who have never had biological offspring. There are men who have raised step-children, foster children, nieces and nephews. Men who have acted as surrogate fathers have displayed the highest nobility. It is hard enough for a woman to love children who are not her own, but for a man, it must be even more difficult.
And let us not forget the single mothers, acting as mother and father. They ought also to be celebrated today. Let the spirit of Father's Day bless those who are not usually thought of as fathers. Fatherhood, after all, really means an attitude of caring and protection, not just the deposit of sperm by whatever method.
About Me
- Prima Donna
- Everett, Washington, United States
- Hello. Anyone out there? Anyone who cares? I am older-n-dirt on the outside, and younger than springtime on the inside. As my body fails me, my spirit and mind take over. I am freer in my aged immobility than ever I was in youth. I am a raging liberal, both politically and spiritually. These are not irrational beliefs handed down to me, but personal decisions I have made after years of study. You may disagree with me; that is your right. I presently live on a Native American Reservation in Northern Nevada. My daughter is a school teacher here, and I have accompanied her. Although this is God's country, I find it necessary to go back to the city, which I will do in the next couple months. In the meantime, I play poker online, manage an MSN group, crochet lace curtains, and attempt to clean up after myself.
1 comment:
Got this one in my mail today. It is worth repeating here.
Dear Sis,
I have tried several times to leave a comment on your blog, with no success. I can't figure out the f****** directions! So here's the comment I've been trying to leave on your Father's Day message"
Raising any youngster--whether human or animal--is a big job. It takes a lot of parental investment to make healthy beings. Praise to all parents who put in the time.
Love, Bro
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