Dad: My Hero

"Those who say we live in a time when there are no heroes just don't know where to look. To find a real hero, sometimes all we have to do is look closer to home.

Few things in the world are more powerful or memorable than a father's positive presence throughout the years. The sound of his footsteps on the stairs. His laughter at the dinner table. His cheers from the sidelines. His words of optimism and hope. A "you can do it" when the going gets tough.

Joseph Campbell once wrote that a hero is someone who has given his life and his heart to something bigger than himself. What a perfect way to describe a great dad.

A great dad is one who gives more than he takes. A great dad picks us up when we are down. Believes in us before we believe in ourselves. Inspires us to expand and embrace what's possible. Challenges us to make a diference in the world. Shares our tears and laughter. Celebrates our hopes, dreams, and accomplishments.

And, in the end, he helps us realise that we can be heroes, too."

Taken from "Dad: My Hero" by Compendium

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