John, this is the life you saved me from. Jason Mraz has some of the specifics wrong as far as I'm concerned, but there are many lines of this song that give me chills.
You taught me to think before I speak, to think twice before I act, and to take responsibility for my thoughts, my words, and my actions. You brought stability into my life and made it a core value for me. Through your love for my mother, you modelled how a marriage is supposed to work, and I keep those lessons fresh in my head. What patience and perseverance I have is thanks largely to you.
Thank you. Thank you so very, very much. I love you, John.
To my father, Ken Sr.:
"Old man, take a look at my life, I'm a lot like you were..."--Neil Young
Most of my life I've been told "you're just like your father". To tell the truth, those words were not always offered in a spirit of high praise. But I recognize them as such, now. That heart of yours is the heart of a lion, and not just a Britt Lion, mind. I couldn't be more relieved it's still ticking away merrily inside your chest and I hope it keeps on ticking for many, many years to come. I'm proud to be your son. I love you, Dad.
Happy Father's Day to fathers of every kind, everywhere.
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