It is a good time to tell you about my dad. He is an amazing human being who values respect and consideration for everyone. He is always looking for how to help other people, whether that's pushing a stranger's stalled car out of traffic, making connections between friends or offering to get my oil changed. The world is full of people who know and love my father (I have long been known as "Jamie's daughter") because he has a way of making others feel comfortable, important and heard.
As a father, he was fair and understanding not to mention fun! He treated me with respect and never resorted to the "because I said so" style of parenting. I learned how to be a caring member of society. I also learned things like comedy from his dad jokes and movies like Monty Python and Airplane, the importance of a clean house, and the fine art of towel snapping (not on people).
My dad will be a wonderful grandpa! He loves to get down on the floor and play. He is a great role model and my child will be lucky to learn from him. He is excitedly anticipating the moment an expectant mother choses for me to raise her baby - to welcome a new member of the family.
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