And just like that...
my off balance, upside-down world has been corrected. My little man and my baby girl have given my life a clearer purpose/perspective. To quote one of my all-time favorite movies: "I just had a near life experience" and life is sweet. I can always count on Fight Club to give out great life tips during life's big occasions. What about this one:
Our fathers were our models for God. If our fathers failed, what does that tell you about God?
I wholeheartedly agree with the first part, on the other hand, I will do everything in my power not to fail for my babies' sake.
I just said two days ago that it would be sheer lunacy to bring children into this world where events like Aurora, Colorado happen. After last night, allow me to retract my previous statement and say this:
it would be sheer lunacy NOT to bring children into this world where events like Aurora, Colorado happen; it would be socially irresponsible to not want to teach and raise children to be socially responsible. I know I will not be "The World's Greatest Dad" and I don't want the title. I hope my children will not buy me a mug or t-shirt or picture frame that says so, for if they do I will gladly accept it with a smile knowing it will be re-gifted as a White Elephant. Parenting is not a competition. I have yet to see the "Most Outstanding Father in a Familial Setting"award. I also don't want to fall into the trap of comparing my parenting to my fathers' parenting. We are three totally different people raising totally different children in totally different eras...well, not exactly. Of course my fathers are the benchmark I will base my performance on; however, if I know them, they will want me to be a better father than they were. Just like I'll want my son to be a better father than me. With that said, I want to be the best father I have the propensity to be and then some.
I'm up for the challenge and I know I will make some mistakes (which will be multiplied by two) along the way. As a Social Scientist, I consider this fatherhood thing to be a lifelong experiment. My children - as unPC as this is to say - are my guinea pigs. I'm hoping and praying that I do not mess up too bad. I will admit that I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing and despite my stubbornness, I will need assistance. I won't ask often, so take it when you can get it.
*Don't forget to check out photos on Tumblr here -> B, being dad
3 comments:
Hi Nephew,
You are a daddy, a father, a parent and a recipient of God's most precious gifts. You have such a refreshing and realistic view of your new role. I can't wait to read your entries.
Hugs,
DeeDee
Congrats, B! Your Noble family is so happy for you and behind you all the way!
You're gonna be a great dad! 'Nuff said.
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