A Mother's Day Gift For My Father

My father can certainly be described as "one of achance to be out in the fresh air and get some
kind". He has been my life's biggest influence. Hehealthy exercise. It would also let him socialize
has provided for me, both financially andwith others; something he doesn't often get to
emotionally. He has supported me through all ofdo.
my growing pains. He let me make my ownOr, I could easily give him a simple photograph of
mistakes, but he's always been there to help methe two of us together, in a very casual pose. It
see how to correct them.could be one from our fall fishing excursion...him,
I guess all dads play those sorts of roles, but myproudly grinning from ear to ear...me, holding up
dad has done it more than most. You see, he hasmy trophy-size salmon. I could place it in a
played the role of being both mother and fatherhand-made frame with various fishing lures glued
to me from my first day on this earth. Myaround the border. I can see him displaying this on
mother didn't make it through childbirth, you see.his desk or on his bureau, thinking about the great
My incredible father was able to look past his grieftime we had together each time he looks at it.
and personal tragic loss to accept this position. ItIt wasn't an easy decision, but I ultimately decided
is because of his unconditional love for me that Ito give him what he truly enjoys. My dad has an
want to recognize my father on Mother's Day.insatiable sweet tooth, so I decided on a gourmet
I considered giving my father a gift of a golfcheesecake. He loves a fine dessert, and I know
package where he would be able to choose tohe'll cherish every bite. Besides, I can give him one
play at the local public golf course at a lower rate.of those other ideas for Father's Day!
He enjoys golfing and this gift would give him the