''I miss you, daddy, every step of the day, I miss you''
When I was young, I remember being your little girl. You told me once ''Girl you can be everything in life, but remember I will always be there to protect you no matter what." You were my childhood hero, there to catch me when I fell, always there for me when mom said no. You taught me so much. It might not seem like it to you, but think about it:
You taught me to really get to know someone before judging them.
You taught me to be open, listen to others, and you gave me the courage to make the friends I have now. I found myself best friends and people I really care about. You taught me to be the kind of friend I am today.
You encouraged me to be strong and independent.
You always told me that if I show weakness, people will pick on me. You've been right all the time, Dad. I've been weak at some points, but I don't let it show for too long. I build myself up and hold my head high before someone comes along to take advantage of my hurting.
You taught me how to protect my heart without being guarded and pushing others away.
You told me "Be careful with young men, my angel, sometimes dating the wrong boy can make it hard to live." From the day I started dating, you taught me that there are different kinds of boys…some will love me some will leave me, some will come around just to hurt me. You made me aware.
Daddy, I miss you. Your lessons and advice have helped me grow up into the strong woman I am today. The only reason I can live without you near me is because you taught me independence when I was young. Even though I can live with you so far away, I don't want to.
A girl needs her dad, no matter how old, smart, strong, or independent she is.
I love you with all my heart and I hope that one day, you'll be closer to me. I hope that one day, I will learn something that you don't already know, and I can teach it to you.