A Letter to My Dad

Dear Daddy,

Today is Veteran's Day and I just wanted to write you a letter about what you mean to me as a daddy and a veteran. Mommy and I were sad when you left us back in January for Iraq. We knew it was important for you to go to protect everyone from those bad guys over there. We know that you, and many others, have answered the call to serve this great nation with honor and courage. We too had courage while you were gone. Don't get me wrong; there were some days when Mommy and I missed you terribly and wanted you home. (Don't worry-I took care of Mommy on those days by making her smile and laugh) Mostly I just kept her busy with daily routines so she would not think of you gone as much. I think it worked. Anyways, I know there are many kids like me over there that are much better off thanks to you.

Mommy told me how you helped families whose lives had been disrupted by the war. You were always nice to them and helped them out any way you could. I know they think of you now, as we did then, with many good thoughts about what a kind, fair and gentle person you are. And how you would never purposely hurt anyone. That is what Mommy and I love most about you.

You are the best daddy in the whole world because you sacrifice so much, not just for me and mommy, but for our country. You feel such a sense of pride in serving this country. I just feel safe and secure knowing that there are many mommies and daddies who feel the way you do and are protecting us as well.

So, daddy, I just wanted to thank you for being a great dad. You take such good care of me and I love when you walk through the door every night from work. I know play time can begin and bedtime will be nice and relaxing. I really missed you when you were gone but I think we have really made up for lost time since you have been back:)

Happy Veteran's Daddy. You deserve it.

Olivia


P.S. To all the veteran's out there who have served our country...Thanks.