My dad …

10 08 2014

… is 66 years old today. πŸ™‚

Tenaz playing with Hayden. 3851

He’s feisty and fussy, and he likes things just so (thanks for passing that on to me, Dad). And without knowing much about you, he’d give more than his shirt to take care of you if you’re in trouble.

He wasn’t born in Texas, but he’s about as Texan as a non-native can get. He and my mom run a small ranch, and they’re the hardest working people I know – still. If my dad cusses a bit when the tractor blows a tire or the rake breaks a tine, he can be forgiven.

He was an Army officer, and he’s a patriot and my hero. Every man, I compare to him, and most fall short.

I love you, Dad. Happy birthday. πŸ™‚


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8 responses

10 08 2014
MorganG's avatar MorganG

The perfect picture to honor your feisty dad. Happy Birthday and thank you for giving us TJ, ya did good on that one Dad.

10 08 2014
TJ's avatar TJ

Ha. Thanks! πŸ™‚

10 08 2014
royshoer tds.net's avatar royshoer tds.net

Hi T J. that was a very nice thing you said about your Dad.bet he is very very proud of you also. Roy

10 08 2014
Kathryn Wilder's avatar Kathryn Wilder

I love your dad–and your mom!–too! Happy birthday, David! I bet you’re getting the best homemade cake ever this evening! Wish we could all be sharing it together… I look forward to your next visit. My son is here and you guys can talk about, you know, stuff :-).

10 08 2014
Lynn and Kathy's avatar Lynn and Kathy

What a beautiful way to honor your Dad on his special day! You “done good” but then, again, so did your folks! πŸ™‚

11 08 2014
puller9's avatar puller9

What a lovely birthday wish, TJ. Happy Birthday Mr. Holmes!!!

11 08 2014
Marytherese's avatar Marytherese

TJ, wonderful words honoring your dad! I hope you have him for a very long time!! Same goes for Hayden, beautiful shot of his mustang spirit! !

11 08 2014
Prairie girl's avatar Prairie girl

Such a sweet tribute to your hard workin’ Texan daddy!
You’re both lucky.

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