Happy Birthday Dad
Today is my Dad’s birthday. Since i’m nowhere near home, the closest thing i have to home is this blog so it’s a great place to write about how cool my dad is.
A Few Cool Things About My Dad:
1. He was the first to teach me about being excellent at what i do. I learned this from him by watching his life. If he’s going to do something then it is going to be excellent. Most of you know how much i value excellence.
2. Me living in China is probably far harder on him than he’ll ever admit, but i’m confident he wouldn’t have it any other way.
3. He believes in me. This one is simple. Whatever i put my energy into he is always first in line to stand behind me and push me forward.
4. Family first. He works hard, but he’s always been there for his family.
5. He has always taught me about honesty and integrity. I value those lessons.
6. He’s coming to visit. That alone will be worth owning a video camera. I can’t wait to video my Dad eating cow stomach and fish eyeballs.
I’m forever grateful to all that he has taught me about life. The older i get the more i realize that quality father’s are few and far between. Thanks, Dad, for everything you’ve done. I love you!
meredith said
am October 20 2008 @ 8:26 am
happy birthdat rog….you’re a great man to celebrate!
jared said
am October 20 2008 @ 9:56 am
well said.. and very true.
the happiest of days to you, Rodger. i know that your visit will be priceless.
– and how about those biscuits players making it to the world series!! go rays.
mom said
am October 20 2008 @ 4:38 pm
I don’t think Dad has seen this yet. It’s not even to me and I’m crying
How beautifully spoken. We miss you, I love you, Mom
dad said
am October 21 2008 @ 4:28 am
One portable worktable: $150.00 - Dinner for three: $65.00 (Mom and Jennifer eat like birds) - My son’s blog - Priceless!! Thank you so much Biscuet. You know how emotional I get, so just to let you know, you did it to me AGAIN! Big ole tears rolling down my cheeks. Yes, I miss you but I’m so proud of the work you are doing. I’m looking forward to being with you in Jan but don’t know about the cow stomach or fish eyeballs - you did say there is a KFC?
Thanks Meredith and Jared - I had a wonderful birthday!
Love You always….
P.S. - Go RAYS! They made it the World Series by beating Boston in the seventh game 3-1. David Price, who pitched for the Biscuit’s this past summer, got the save by pitching the last two innings. Will keep you posted on how the Rays are doing in the WS. First game is Wednesday night.
QiQi said
am October 21 2008 @ 12:31 pm
Happy birthday, Rodger! You are a great dad. Yan and I love your hug the most, because it makes us feel like family:)
aunt peggy said
am October 21 2008 @ 8:13 pm
Your Uncle Jerry and I are both proud of you for all you do. I am just sorry I missed seeing your dad when he read that the 1st 100 times.
P.S. I cried tooooooooo!!!!!!