It's probably kind of obvious that today I would be grateful for Dad's. Notice I didn't say Fathers. Here's why. Any dude can make a, ahem, contribution, to creating a child but not just any dude is or can be a Dad. And the contribution a dude may make doesn't automatically make him a Dad. A Dad is present and involved in his children's lives. A Dad takes an active interest in his children, he changes diapers - feeds them - disciplines them - teaches them - loves them - and so much more. I know several men who are Dad's but to kids that they didn't help create biologically and hands down they are exactly the Dad those kids need. So today I'm grateful for Dad's out there who have invested themselves into the lives of their kids, whether they made a biological contribution to them or not.
The Feast of Firstfruits & Easter Go for Broke Day If it scares you this is the day to go for it no matter what. One Day Without Shoes Day Today is to raise global awareness for children’s health and education. Why shoes? Because shoes help protect from bacteria in the dirt, rusty nails, dirty needles and shoes enable feet to withstand the long distances most children in developing countries need to walk to get to school. Join TOMS One for One There is plenty of criticism out there for TOMS and its short term solutions. Critics don't even buy the "at least they are doing something" statement. However, you have to start somewhere. And every bit of awareness helps something go from short term to long term. We all have a part to play. Read a Road Map Day One of the many reasons I would stink at The Amazing Race is because I never did learn how to read a road map well. I remember doing worksheets and class lessons on maps and I was able to skate by ...
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