It's funny how we sometimes take the two most important figures in our lives (parents) for granted.  They're always there for us, but we don't seem to realize this, somehow.

I've always been able to go to my mother with concerns about life, roommates, emotions, etc., but found it difficult to really relate to my father about that kind of stuff.  He and I usually just talk about school and work, and hobbies.

Lately, though I've been having to make some tough decisions about my future career and what I should do.  I've had one particularly excellent career opportunity recently, but I've been reluctant to take it because of the financial needs required for this position.  Also, there's the daunting fact that this would be the first job I've taken that would last longer than a year.  That's nerve-wracking in itself considering all the jobs I've ever had before have been temporary, and I've always had school to go back to.  But now that I'm done with school....life.

Anywho, I called my dad this morning and told him about all my concerns: about how I'm not sure if I should take this opportunity because of the financial commitment that's required, the time it would take before I could actually start working, and just whether or not I could actually do it.  I was so unsure about myself before I called him, but after talking to my Daddy for a bit, I decided this is an opportunity I shouldn't pass up.  I left the conversation feeling happy and giddy, and just plain good all over with an extra measure of love for my Daddy :o).  Talking with him helped me to feel confident about my abilities to do the job (possibly) ahead, and it also helped me to realize just how much he loves me!

I never realized, until recently, how much my parents sacrifice for me in order to give me a better life and prospective future.  My father loves me so much he will help me in any way he can, even if it means tightening the belt a bit for him.  What a humbling feeling.  That manifestation of his love for me makes me want to do my utmost best to succeed in this to make him proud, and to please him.

Hurray for parents!! :o)