Question of the Week

It's extremely hard to pick just one thing about my late father I like best. But, I would have to say it's the positive and encouraging way he made everyone feel. He always reminded people of how great they have it by saying things like, "You're on top of the world." He had the greatest ability to motivate and bring people together for the common good. He was a super honest man who touched the lives of many people during his lifetime.

It has been said that the most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother. My father certainly did that, he is a special dad.

It might sound cheesy, but seeing those wide eyes look at you when you come home from work. Tucking them into to bed in the evening. Hearing them growing up in their verbiage and antics. Watching them grow into the person that mixes you and your spouse's personalities. There is not anything better than being a father! I love you, Niels and Liam.

What I love most about my dad is his unconditional love and support. He is a good listener, doesn't offer advice unless asked and just really loves me no matter what. He isn't bad to take to a baseball game, either, always good for a laugh. He has a volunteer heart and often gives more than he receives. He is a shining testament of my granddad and the man he was, simply wonderful. Granddad would have been so proud to see how my dad turned out. I am lucky.

The best thing about my stepdad is he's just one swell guy! One hears so many horror stories of step"monsters" and blended families; however, I count myself blessed to have such an awesome "dad." No drama, no craziness, just unconditional love. Happy Father's Day, Will!

I get a little teary-eyed thinking about my dad and Father's Day. He passed away nine years ago fighting a hard battle against lung cancer. The best thing about my father was that he was very patient and had a great sense of humor, he was an avid lecturer about anything in life, he acted like a 21-year-old with his red Camaro, and he had a passion for karaoke. My father was also the silent warrior, not letting us know how much he really loved us or how much pain and agony he was facing; he was always the proud "lion," taking care of his family. I miss him very much, but I smile and am consoled thinking of him in heaven being the great entertainer.

When I think of my dad, I think three words: strength, wisdom and love. My dad does the work of probably three or more men in terms of strength and hard work. He also never ceases to amaze me in what he knows. He has more practical knowledge than a library of reference books. However, of all his qualities, his ability to love stands out as most special. He has had the strength and the wisdom all these years to unabashedly share with his family his love for them, and that is something I am thankful of beyond measure.

My dad is intelligent, loving, patient and kind. The best thing about him is that he's my dad and he loves me unconditionally.

The best thing about my Father would be that he is loving, generous and gracious and forgiving. He adopted me into his family, though I was a sinner. Wow. Now for the earthly father: My father-in-law is a great man. He loves his boys and adores his daughters-in-law. He is a great grandpa, and my children are growing up with his love and affection.

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