Wednesday, March 7, 2012

To Dad On His Birthday


Happy Birthday today to my dear dad! I couldn't ask for a better father! I just can't even put into words how wonderful he is. In honor of 68 remarkable years, here are 68 words that describe him. (I could go on and on!)

1. Kind
2. Generous
3. Thoughtful
4. Fun
6. Father
7. Papa (grandpa)
8. Husband
9. Loyal
10. Understanding
11. Sincere
12. Worthy
13. Gentle
14. Devoted
15. Teacher
16. Friend to all
17. Advocate
18. Intelligent
19. Gentleman
20. Humble
21. Principal
22. Honest
23. Pepsi
24. Humor
25. Patient
26. Classy
27. Faithful
28. Forgiving
29. Capable
30. Provider
31. Hard working
32. Early-to-rise
33. Cultured
34. Well-read
35. Dignified
36. Wise
37. Outgoing
38. Caring
39. Hong Kong
40. Turtle Bay, Hawaii
41. Loving-1.2.3.
42. Orem 
43. Son
44. Brother
45. Uncle
46. Green Thumb
47. Service
48. Mauri's Buddy
49. Dolly's Buddy
50. Squeeze Cheese
51. Hard Rock Shirts
52. Button Downs
53. Polos
54. Loafers
55. Hats
56. Glasses
57. Dockers, blue and tan
58. Reading the newspaper
59. CREST fountain drinks
60. Standing at the door
61. Calls to say I Love You
62. Listener
63. Honors Priesthood
64. Example
65. Fair
66. Sacrifices for faith and family
67. Truly Christlike
68. Hero to many: My Dad, My Hero.

I count it as one of the greatest blessings in my life to have such a remarkable father (and mother for that matter). Happy Birthday Dad Dowdle, I love you! 1.2.3. 

Love,
Lynley Jill Pill

2 comments:

Stephanie said...

What an amazing list, LJ -- couldn't have said it better myself.

I hope you'll feel better soon. Sorry again for "poisoning" you!

Jeni C. said...

Great list for a great man! We are so lucky!