The Unwavering Strength of a Father
Walter L. Dixon, Sr.
PHR, GAP, NFOPA, GALA, GARP, ASA Certified. Director of Human Resources, including serving as Senior HR Union/Grievances Negotiator, and Senior Corporate Legal HRP Litigator.
Today, I want to talk about a cornerstone of our lives, someone who shapes us from our very first breath: a father. Fathers come in all shapes and sizes, with different personalities and backgrounds. But their value, their impact, transcends those differences.
A father is a rock. He's the one we run to when the world feels scary, the one whose hand we hold when we take those first wobbly steps. He teaches us strength, not just physical, but emotional resilience too. He shows us how to pick ourselves up after a fall, how to face challenges head-on.
He's also a guide. He shares his experiences, his wisdom, helping us navigate the complexities of life. He teaches us right from wrong, sets boundaries, and helps us develop a moral compass. He may not always have the answers, but he'll walk beside us as we find them.
But a father is more than just a teacher or a protector. He's a cheerleader. He celebrates our victories, big and small. He believes in us, even when we doubt ourselves. His quiet pride on the sidelines of a game, his booming laughter at our silly jokes, these are the moments we carry with us forever.
He's also a source of unconditional love. A love that forgives our mistakes, that celebrates our individuality, that embraces us even when we mess up. This love is the foundation upon which we build our own sense of self-worth, the knowledge that we are loved, no matter what.
Fathers may not always say it out loud, their love might be expressed in roughhousing in the backyard, fixing a broken bike, or simply being a steady presence. But their value is undeniable. They are the roots that anchor us, the wind beneath our wings, the guiding light on our path.
So today, let's celebrate the fathers in our lives, past or present. Let's thank them for their unwavering strength, their endless support, and the love that shapes who we become.
I call upon all to call or visit your father this Sunday; June 16, 2024, to say HAPPY FATHER DAY TO YOUR FATHER, EMBRACE HIM AND TELL HIM YOU LOVE HIM!