A Tribute to My Father: The First Man I Ever Loved

How do I clearly articulate what you mean to me? How do I narrow a list of so many stories down? How do I choose? How do I tell them I am literally my dad's kid? How do I share it in a way others can understand...in a way that others can feel the closeness of our bond.  

I'm not sure I can. And, to be honest, I'm not sure if I want to limit my thoughts about your impact into just a few stories. So, my tribute is simple. 

I honor you. I appreciate you.

I am forever in your debt. 

Thank you. 

Thank you. 

Thank you. 

I love you, LaShawn  

P.S. Remember, I'm not grown until I'm 45 and I have a long time until I get there

(25 is forever on repeat) so you'll have to take care of me FOREVER! #daddysgirl