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The third Sunday in June has always held a special meaning for me because of the close relationship I had with my dad while he was still here. It is hard to believe, but this will be my fifth Father’s Day without him. It is still tough for me and always will be. However, looking back at how God has worked His miracles in my life over the past five years, I quickly realize how blessed I am. God turned the darkest time in my life into the brightest, just when I needed it most. Three years ago, God placed someone very important and significant back into my life. On April 18, 2025, we celebrated our second wedding anniversary. I am happier than I have ever been. My life is great, and we are so very happy! We serve an amazing God, who always works for us at all times to see that we get what we need, often not when we want it, but exactly when we need it. God works on His timing, not ours.
On this Father’s Day, my mind has been flashing back to the last Father’s Day I spent with my dad. We were at Christus Health – Highland in Shreveport. Mom and I knew Dad’s time was drawing near, but we had a great day! We shared lots of memories, spending most of the day reminiscing and talking about old times. I vividly remember how my dad loved Whataburger. One week before he passed away, I was able to bring him a Whataburger to the hospital. On our last Father’s Day together, we ate lots of chicken strips and French fries from the Walmart across the street from the hospital. I remember it well. My dad passed away five days later and my mom four months after that. So much happened in my life over such a short period of time. I was sad and felt lost. But as I said above, I am happier than I have ever been. As I see it, Mom and Dad have had a big hand in my happiness too, and they are watching.
We must always remember that our God is good, and His plan is always perfect. I realize how tremendously blessed and fortunate I was to have both of my parents here for so long and to have both of them healthy and active until their last couple of years. They were such a huge part of my life. Just like the past four years on Father’s Day, this year, I find great comfort in thinking of the many great memories and fun times I shared with my parents. I also find myself constantly thinking of the great life my parents afforded me!
I have so many great memories of my life and my parents. Sundays and going to church really stick out in my mind. I remember being escorted out of the church many times because I acted up during the service. Dad would take me outside and talk to me, and you can imagine what often happened next. I also remember Mom’s “after church” lunches, which still happened every Sunday until she got sick in 2019.
As I grew older, Sunday afternoons began to revolve around watching sporting events (football, golf, tennis, etc.) with my dad. It was a big deal, especially when LSU, the New Orleans Saints, or the Dallas Cowboys were playing. Watching LSU football (or LSU sports of any kind) was a huge deal to me and my dad!
I started working for my dad when I was about 10 years old. I worked on Saturdays and after school. Most of the hard work character traits I developed back then still carry over and remain a part of my strong work ethic today. I owe all of it to my dad (and my mom too) because of the lessons they taught me and all the work experience I gained at such a young age. I learned valuable customer relation and business operations skills all thanks to my dad! Those skills still serve me well today in what I do!
I worked with my dad through my college years. After college, I began a full-time position working with him until the year 2000, when we closed our family business upon Dad’s retirement. The closeness we shared throughout my life carried over to us working in business together. God blessed me with wonderful and very special parents. My dad was always an inspiration to me. So, if your dad is still here, I hope you get to be with him or call him on Father’s Day. Please do not miss any opportunity to make frequent contact with your parents. On this Father’s Day, I just want to say, “Thanks for everything, Dad!” I miss you so much!
On this Father’s Day, my mind has been flashing back to the last Father’s Day I spent with my dad. We were at Christus Health – Highland in Shreveport. Mom and I knew Dad’s time was drawing near, but we had a great day! We shared lots of memories, spending most of the day reminiscing and talking about old times. I vividly remember how my dad loved Whataburger. One week before he passed away, I was able to bring him a Whataburger to the hospital. On our last Father’s Day together, we ate lots of chicken strips and French fries from the Walmart across the street from the hospital. I remember it well. My dad passed away five days later and my mom four months after that. So much happened in my life over such a short period of time. I was sad and felt lost. But as I said above, I am happier than I have ever been. As I see it, Mom and Dad have had a big hand in my happiness too, and they are watching.
We must always remember that our God is good, and His plan is always perfect. I realize how tremendously blessed and fortunate I was to have both of my parents here for so long and to have both of them healthy and active until their last couple of years. They were such a huge part of my life. Just like the past four years on Father’s Day, this year, I find great comfort in thinking of the many great memories and fun times I shared with my parents. I also find myself constantly thinking of the great life my parents afforded me!
I have so many great memories of my life and my parents. Sundays and going to church really stick out in my mind. I remember being escorted out of the church many times because I acted up during the service. Dad would take me outside and talk to me, and you can imagine what often happened next. I also remember Mom’s “after church” lunches, which still happened every Sunday until she got sick in 2019.
As I grew older, Sunday afternoons began to revolve around watching sporting events (football, golf, tennis, etc.) with my dad. It was a big deal, especially when LSU, the New Orleans Saints, or the Dallas Cowboys were playing. Watching LSU football (or LSU sports of any kind) was a huge deal to me and my dad!
I started working for my dad when I was about 10 years old. I worked on Saturdays and after school. Most of the hard work character traits I developed back then still carry over and remain a part of my strong work ethic today. I owe all of it to my dad (and my mom too) because of the lessons they taught me and all the work experience I gained at such a young age. I learned valuable customer relation and business operations skills all thanks to my dad! Those skills still serve me well today in what I do!
I worked with my dad through my college years. After college, I began a full-time position working with him until the year 2000, when we closed our family business upon Dad’s retirement. The closeness we shared throughout my life carried over to us working in business together. God blessed me with wonderful and very special parents. My dad was always an inspiration to me. So, if your dad is still here, I hope you get to be with him or call him on Father’s Day. Please do not miss any opportunity to make frequent contact with your parents. On this Father’s Day, I just want to say, “Thanks for everything, Dad!” I miss you so much!