1. gives the best hugs
2. wrestles with us
3. gives good kisses
4. lets us help him
5. eats peanuts with us (Peanuts with Papa)
6. has Bible time with us
7. spends time with us
8. tells us "I love you"
9. does good things
10. is the BEST, BEST Father!!
We bought him a French press and framed some pictures of myself and the kids for him to keep at work. The biggest surprise came when we showed up at his work to pick him up and took him to Buffalo Wild Wings for dinner. (blindfolded on the way so he would truly be surprised) What better way to show the man you love how much you appreciate all he does as a husband and father than to feed him a plate full of wings. YUM!
This is what he looked like when he discovered where we were and what we were doing
Trying to listen to the Hoops and Yo Yo card we got him
Julia helping her Papa open some gifts
WINGS!!
Our first attempt at a family picture
Second attempt - little betterI feel extremely blessed each and every day because Gabe is apart of our lives. He is a loving Papa who parents with a firm gentleness and enduring patience. He takes time for the kids and does not hesitate to show his love for them. He finds ways to make them feel special. He leads our family spiritually in purposeful and quiet, subtle ways. He seizes the moment and often relates situations our family experiences to God's Word. He points us to HIM!
He is my partner and supporter in parenting. He patiently lets me "vent" and guides me with his wisdom. He stands on my side. We are a united front. I am a better mother because he is such an awesome father and husband. What a precious gift it is to be married to and experiencing this life with my best friend.
Happy Papa's Day, Gabe. You are definitely the BEST Papa Ever!!!
Gabe holding Isaac right after he was born
Gabe holding Julia right after she was born