(Just fyi, when I type in small letters, it’s for my own personal account or reasons. Just like an online journal or diary for myself. You don’t have to read them, actually I’d rather you didn’t, but I can’t stop you since you’re following me for some reason I cannot fathom. I also cannot prevent you from following me so just a warning in advance.)
Aw so my dad made me tear up. He just gave me his ‘late’ graduation present in this box with my name typed on it. A note inside said (in a fancy shmancy font)
“My Dearest Alicyn,
I can’t believe that it has been almost 18 years since I first carried you in my arms. What a remarkable day that was. You cried and cried, but it was the sweetest sound I’d ever heard. Now you’ve graduated from high school. It sure went by fast. I’ve seen you grow from a shy little girl into someone who is much more confident, knowledgeable and wiser than I ever could have hoped for. You are truly an amazing person. I know that high school and college years can be difficult, but I have no doubt that you have the ability to face any obstacles with intelligence and wisdom.
Please use this gift frivolously as well as wisely. It is a learning experience to budget for things that will enrich your life emotionally as well as physically, but use some of it for fun as well as for necessities.
Love,
Dad”
He always tells me that he loves me and that he’s sad I’m growing up, but he never really shows his deep emotions and thoughts, which is why this hits me so hard. Even though I don’t show it or say it, I love you too dad, forever and always. I have an incredible dad, and I hope he knows that. :)<3