I think one of the most amazing things is watching my husband with the boys. He is such a great dad and that's one of the qualities I love most about him. Yesterday, we took Brody swimming and the pool was extremely cold but Brody could have cared less. I love that Ted jumped right in while I was being a baby about how cold it was. Watching him laugh and play with Brody was so cute I swear Brody got in and out a hundred times to jump into his daddy's arms! It made my day watching them play.
My point is not to brag about how wonderful he is, but simply to acknowledge him for how much I love and appreciate him. He works 5 days a week and I'm sure its tiring and stressful but everyday he leaves those problems at the door and always greets the kids like he hasn't seen them for a week. The kids will literally watch out the window knowing daddy is coming home to play with them.
One of my favorite things is when he plays with the kids outside. It is hilarious the things the kids make him do. Devin has a group of friends that come over and play kickball and they always ask Ted to play. I don't think I have ever heard him say no. Hes out there having a grand time running around like hes 10 again... its so funny watching how much the neighborhood kids think its the coolest thing that hes playing. (I'm sure this wont last long.) Something else that sticks in my mind is the kids had him on the trampoline a couple weeks ago and as I'm cooking dinner all I can see is Ted bouncing around, balls flying, and the kids laughing!
Devin does these silly things where he climbs up Teds legs and does a flip holding onto his hands. It's really cute. He also can't go to bed without giving him a hug even if that means he waits up for him to get home. He loves to help him do anything and wants to be just like him.
Brody and Ted have this game where anytime I walk into the room they hide from me. Brody full out belly laughs and thinks its the best thing! He also likes to help daddy and recently asked Ted to buy him a rake to help him with yard work. I love this because at least he will learn how to do yard work when hes young! It's a win win situation.
It is so important that children have a relationship with their fathers and I think Ted does such a great job. The love and patience he has is incredible. I am so grateful that I can count on him being a part of their lives. Thank you Ted for everything you do for our family! I know Ted isn't the only great dad out there. He has many friends who are amazing fathers and I think its so wonderful to watch all these dads be part of their children's lives! Go Dad's!!!
Yes, Devin is Driving Ted around the yard....
Love this picture!!
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