To my sweet Dad, You are sooooo...
To my sweet Dad,
You are sooooo special to us for sooooo many reasons, but mostly
because you make time for all the stuff we like to do, even if it’s
not your favorite thing!
Like every Saturday, taking me and Hannah roller skating, going
along on a trial ride when you’d probably rather be riding your iron
horse and not the real kind. We know that camping isn’t your idea of
a real vacation, but you hang in there every year for two or three
camping trips.
You are so much fun to be around all of the time, but mostly when
we have friends in for a backyard barbecue. You’re a great cook
(which is good ‘cause Mom’s not too crazy about spending time in the
kitchen). You are a patient teacher and Mom’s best friend (I know
because she told me).
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! We love you all the way to God and back!
XOXOX
EMMA and MOM
Newport Beach
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I’m so lucky to have my dad. Whenever we’re together, he makes
everything so much fun. As I get older and have my own opinions, Dad
and I don’t always agree about things. But our disagreements don’t
hide our love for each other. I know Dad cares about me and wants me
to have the best. You’re an awesome Dad, you make me laugh and I love
that. Happy Father’s Day!
SERENA RAFFERTY
Newport Beach
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I think I have the best dad! When I was younger, he was always
there to listen if I ever needed to talk. He used to call me his
little princess. He exposed me to a lot of things through my
childhood. Our family vacations included motorcycle riding every
weekend, sailing to Catalina in the summer, ski trips to Brianhead
and Mammoth. And I know one vacation was for me because I loved
horses so much we went on a road trip to dude ranches to ride horses.
His name is MacGyver because he can build or fix anything. He just
recently converted a neglected duplex down by the beach into a
beautiful beach house that he renovated himself at the age of 65! He
is truly amazing! He and my mom now live within two miles of us, and
it’s so nice to have them so close by. Our girls are so lucky to have
both sets of grandparents so close by and can stop by and say “hi”
anytime. My dad had a triple bypass three years ago that really
scared me, and I am so glad he made it through. We are so fortunate
to have such a wonderful family, and I love you so much!
Your daughter,
KELLY
Newport Beach
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Happy Father’s Day, Daddy!
Thank you for teaching us to surf, playing at the beach and all
the fun!
You are the best daddy under the sun!
Love,
NIC, JONNY and
RICHIE
RIMLINGER
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My dad is the best dad because he spends a lot of time with me. He
is always there for me. We go golfing together, go to the beach, go
to Disneyland and Sea World, and do a lot of other things! My dad
teaches Courtney (my sister) and I how to play golf, how to spar,
helps me with basketball and much more. My dad is a very smart and
well-skilled person. He knows what’s right and wrong. I love my dad!
My dad is the best dad is the whole wide world!!
ASHLEY IMA, 9
COURTNEY IMA, 3
Newport Beach
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To our dad, Kevin McCarthy,
You are such a special dad who puts his family first, a dad who
lets us see his love and hear his pride. You are a dad to count on
and to look up to.
Only a heart as big as yours could keep so many promises, teach so
many lessons, give so much and hold so many dreams. Only a dad as
good as you could be loved so very much!
Thanks for all the laughter, love and wonderful memories!
All our love,
ALYCIA, ALEXA and ASHLEY MCCARTHY
Newport Beach
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My dad, my champion,
He taught me to love and care for all creatures; to swim; to ride
a bike, a horse and a skateboard; to drive a go-cart, a car, a
motorcycle and a boat. All the while reminding me not to be
frightened as he applied mercurochrome to my cuts and scrapes,
turning tears to laughter as he decorated my wounds with funny
pictures and sayings. He continues to feel empathy for my pain,
relish in my achievements and remind me that he will always be there
for me with reassuring bear hugs. He is my greatest champion and
supporter and is an eternal optimist. He taught me that nothing was
impossible and has always been there to help me chase my dreams.
Dad, you have helped me be the woman I am today. You continue to
fill your families’ lives with laughter, affection, adventure, good
cooking, God’s love and so much more.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
Your DIANNE, proud daughter of BRUCE M. BENDER SR.
Costa Mesa
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Happy Father’s Day to our favorite chief engineer, breakfast chef,
mad scientist, storybook reader, kite flier, sandcastle builder,
homework helper and Daddy.
We love all the things you do with us.
MARLEY and SCOTT
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My Daddy is the silliest daddy in the whole wide world. He does
anything I want him to. We like to sing Elvis songs together on my
karaoke. He tucks me in my bed every night and wakes me with kisses
every morning. He is very, very nice. He volunteers in my class and
tells my friends and me the funniest stories. He likes to take me
surfing and to ballet. He is the best daddy ever and I love him with
my whole heart. He’s my number one boyfriend.
KATEY-BUG, 5
Newport Beach
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Happy Father’s Day!
You take us strawberry picking, play pirates and fishermen, teach
us to swim, and act out stories for us at bedtime. You are the best
Popi in the whole wide world!
Love,
KATIE and CODY HESS
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It’s hard to express in a few paragraphs how great my dad is, for
my dad is awesome. My dad is my hero! My dad gives so much, no matter
what, he always has time for me. He supports me and is the one person
I know that I could always turn to and ask for advice. My dad is my
best friend; we always have fun together, like getting up at 5 a.m.
just to go surfing. My dad is my role model and he has never once not
been there for me. I love my dad more than I can express in words. If
there was a father of the year award, my dad would win every year,
‘cause he is the best dad a girl could ever have.
Happy Father’s Day, Daddy! I love you!
Love,
KYLA FLORES
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Plumerias are white
Hibiscus are pink
Your furry and nonfurry family
Loves you more than you think!
xoxoxoxox
LUCKY, SIERRA (GRANDDOGGER), MILES, MONTY, BLAKE, CAMERON, ROSS
and EVAN
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This will be my first fatherless Father’s Day, as my dad passed
away on Sept. 10, 2004. In honor of him, I would like to tell you
some of what made him great.
He taught me to pay attention. Details were my dad’s forte, and
often, if I must admit, to my dismay. As an engineer, he loved to
know the way things worked, and seemed to know just about everything.
Beware of asking him the time -- sure, you would find out, but you
would also find out the history of time and how to make a clock! But
in teaching me to pay attention to the often-overlooked details, he
taught me to appreciate a beauty, uniqueness and purpose in the world
around me that is only observed by paying close attention.
He instilled within me a love of tradition. Anything could become,
or be considered a tradition in my family. Fresh squeezed orange
juice was made every morning from oranges purchased at the farmer’s
market in Corona del Mar every Saturday after walking around Balboa
Island (counter clockwise) and having breakfast at Wilma’s. Some may
see that as a rut (which, for a time, I did) but I have come to
appreciate the rituals of our many traditions. They have rooted me,
and from that firm base of roots, have allowed me to grow.
He lived out a sense of hope and purpose. My dad considered his
cancer to be a speed bump on the road of life. In the midst of
chemotherapy, radiation or scans, he liked to comment that the view
from above the grass, looking down, was still better than being
underneath the grass looking up. When I asked him once how things
were going, his response was “Well, I am still going to get a drink
with free refills when I go to Baja Fresh.” Meaning: I’m not going to
give up yet. I hope that I have some of the resilience that he
demonstrated in his two-and- 1/2 -year battle with cancer. He was not
naive -- he knew the severity of his disease. But in the face of
that, he chose to live out of a place of hope.
He showed me how to die well. I know that might sound odd. The day
before he passed away, I asked my dad if he was afraid to die. You
should know that though my dad went to church faithfully every week,
he was not someone who you would consider religious in any outward
sense of the word. He responded to my question without hesitation:
“No, I am not afraid to die. I know where I am going. I have always
known. No, I am not afraid to die.” I’m the one training to be a
minister, and yet I was stunned by the matter-of-factness with which
he responded. My dad lived with all his life while he still could,
and when it came time to die he died peacefully, surrounded by
friends and family, as purposefully as he had lived.
For these reasons and so many more, I am grateful for my dad.
ERIN M. DUNIGAN
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Dear Dad,
Thank you for all that you do for us: teaching basketball; being
an encouraging, honest coach; playing fair during one-on-one games;
coming to soccer games; quizzing for tests; driving places; taking us
on wonderful trips; giving awesome gifts; and always making us feel
better. Thanks for just always being there.
Love,
CAIT, CAROLINE and JACK
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To my daddy, Gannon,
I love my daddy for lots of reasons, but here are just a few:
playing and dancing with me any time of the day; teaching me to play
the drums; being a great teacher and soccer coach; always being there
for my mommy and me; being the best daddy in the world.
Love,
BAILEY BURKS
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We love our Papa because he is always smiling!
We love our Papa because he is always willing (to take us to Dairy
Queen)!
We love our Papa because he is always amazing!
We love our Papa because he loves us!
Happy Father’s Day, Papa!
We love you.
YOUR BIGGEST FANS
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My husband, Salvatore Surra, works hard all week as general
manager of the oceanfront Portofino Beach Hotel on the Balboa
Peninsula. However, no matter how tired he is from putting in long
hours, he always finds time to be a great father to our 4-year-old
daughter, Sicilia Surra. This may be the perspective of a biased
individual, since I am his wife, but I am convinced that after you
have read what I have written, you too will see that Salvatore is
indeed a wonderful father. If I could write all the things that made
Salvatore a great father, I’d end up with a novel. So, to keep it
short and sweet, I have written a top-10 list of what makes Salvatore
such a great dad.
1. He listens to little Sicilia with his heart and cares for with
her with his soul.
2. His hugs and kisses are a daily regimen of love.
3. He is mindful of little Sicilia’s wants and needs.
4. He can instantly morph into a Super-Dad-Jungle-Jim at any given
moment.
5. He revels in the joy of letting little Sicilia wake him up on
Saturday mornings by jumping on his back.
6. He lets little Sicilia drag him onto amusement park rides that
make him dizzy.
7. He helps little Sicilia clean her room, even after a long day
at work.
8. He lets little Sicilia help him cook in the kitchen.
9. He tucks little Sicilia in at bedtime with stories and prayers.
10. He takes his family everywhere that he can because he loves
us.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: The following are messages from Pat McLaughlin’s
third-grade class at Mariners Elementary School in Newport Beach.
My dad is the greatest dad ever! Why? Well, he takes me on bike
rides and plays with me at the playgrounds. We set up holiday
decorations together and take them down. We go to friends’ houses and
pick them up. That’s why my dad is awesome!
GABE BREISCH
My dad’s the greatest dad ever. He always plays with me when I’m
sad and usually takes me away from video games and pitches me
baseballs. He sometimes embarrasses me, but I guess it’s his
idiosyncrasy. He’s pretty grumpy when he gets up in the morning, but
I just think he does it just to be nice later. My dad can be bad, but
he’s usually No. 1 on my list.
BRETT TAFOYA
What makes my dad so great is that in one whole day he took me out
to dinner, we went to my aunt’s house, and then went shopping. Then
on Saturday night my friend came over and had a sleepover. When I’m
sick, he gives me ice cream and 7-Up. That is what makes my dad so
great!
BRANDY JOYCE
My dad is the greatest dad ever. He plays games with me and bakes
cookies. He also watches TV with me. My dad takes me to the movies.
My dad is kind and loving. My dad loves me and takes care of me. He
is very fun. My dad takes me to theme parks. My dad helps me in math.
My dad barbecues for me. My dad puts money in my piggy bank every day
for me to save. My dad is a good baker. He takes me to the Discovery
Science Center. My dad teaches me how to use a computer. I love my
dad. My dad is awesome!
MEGAN PIERCE
My dad is gnarly! He takes me to practice hockey and football. He
even sometimes coaches my team in roller hockey. He is determined and
has courage in me. He cooks great pancakes. He is also really handy
with the barbecue. He is so awesome.
BRADY MORGAN
My dad’s great! Why my dad is so great is because he helps me with
my homework and reads with me at night. Another reason my dad is
great is because he takes me with him on my dog’s walk. Another
reason is because he loves me a lot. That is why my dad is so great.
KATIE CALDER
My dad is the best dad in the world. He does everything with my
siblings and me. He takes us swimming, to amusement parks and to Wild
Rivers. We like to eat outside by the pool while the barbecue flares.
My dad is like a huge, sweet, root beer float with extra vanilla ice
cream!
NATALIE CERNIUS
My dad is so cool. He tucks me in at night. My dad makes me laugh,
and he tells me funny jokes and stories. He is so nice and handsome.
He has nice hair and a nice sense of clothing. He lets me do fun
things. He plays with me and my mom. He taught me how to play Life. I
love him and he loves me.
ALLISON ALLEN
My dad is super. He tucks me into bed and says goodnight. He is
funny too. He is so nice. I like when he takes me to lunch and
dinner. He is good at miniature golfing. He loves me and I love him.
HAILEY TARNUTZER
My dad is the best dad in the world. He is the best dad in the
world because he supports me in whatever I do. He encourages me to do
my best. My dad is always there for me when I need him. Another
reason that he’s the best dad is that we go mountain biking together.
We watch TV together and go surfing too. We play with the puppy
together. My dad is the best.
BRAD TAPFER
My dad is awesome! My dad is awesome because he cares for me, is
fun and never yells at me. Also, because he’s the best dad ever.
Another thing is he’s the most loving person to me. My dad is great.
NICHOLAS ROMERO
My dad is great. We go to the beach. He goes in the water with me.
We have fun. We also like to go to the stores. Then we go back to the
house and eat. My dad is awesome.
SARAH HOLLINGER
I think my dad is very great. He always helps me do everything on
my video or PC game. My dad kind of gets upset when I cheat on my PC
games, but he is good anyway. My dad likes to watch movies with me.
But sometimes he falls asleep in the movies because he goes to bed
early. It is a little commotion when my dad snores. My dad is a good
gardener. He can plant a flower as fast as a mouse running across a
medium-sized room. He gets stressed when my mom is stressed. My dad
is the best.
MASON MOODY
My dad is so cool because he buys me so much stuff. He got me an
alien. I love to get coffee with him every morning. I also like to go
to Disneyland and go to Dave and Buster’s with him. One more thing is
that he got a customized TV in the van that’s big and long. Another
thing is that we’re getting a newer house -- better than my friend’s.
That’s how cool my dad is.
FLINT GIEDT
My dad is great. He is great because he helped me to read. He also
takes me to B.J.’s when I’m being good. My dad helped me to learn how
to cook. My dad is awesome.
SYDNEY ELLIOTT-BRAND
My dad is the greatest dad in the world! He buys me a lot of cool
stuff, like a wide-screen computer and a big pool hideaway island. We
go in the pool together often and also play a game called EverQuest 2
on the computer together. He also takes me out to eat at great places
like Anjin and Choito. My favorite place he takes me out to eat is
Kura Sushi, the “revolving sushi bar.” My dad is awesome!
ALYSSA TAN
My dad’s so great because he takes me to Indian Guides and
motorcycle riding. We watch motorcycle racing at Speedway. But my
favorite thing of all is going to Glamis, a place to ride quads. I
like it because I get to be with my dad.
COLE CHAPIN
My dad is the greatest. My dad helps people. My dad is a mechanic,
so I help with the cars. My dad helps me with homework that I don’t
get. My dad, Jeff Frederiksen, is the most greatest and most caring
dad. He takes me to the park. That is my greatest and most caring
dad.
ROWAN FREDERIKSEN
My dad is so great. My dad understands me. He does remote control
cars with me. He takes me to the beach. He lets me watch “The
Simpsons.” He helps me with my ideas for our treehouse. He gets me
awesome surprises. My dad is as great as great can be. I love my dad.
NICK MEIER
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Our dad is so great because he takes us to the beach and the
petting zoo. We love driving in his truck, and on the way home, he
always remembers our favorite doughnuts. He teaches us fun stuff,
like how to fly paper airplanes and how to draw great pictures. Our
new baby brother, Jensen, is going to be so excited. He doesn’t know
it yet, but he will soon find out that he has the best dad in the
world!
Happy Father’s Day, Tim!
Love,
ALLISON, TYLER, JORDAN and JENSEN
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Arie Katz is a great dad. He spends every Shabbat with us. He
takes us on great adventures and reads great books with us. He is
wonderful to our mom and even lets her go to New York (by herself!)
for a break from her job as Chief Operating Officer of our home. He
makes great breakfasts and even does our laundry! We love our dad so
much!
EMMA, 7, and CLARA, 3, SEELY-KATZ
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My dad, Hall Seely, is a wonderful man. Not only does he play
giant chess with my daughters in the desert, he takes them to the
park and comes to their school programs and takes them to get ice
cream. He’s one of the smartest and kindest men I know. And he’s in
great shape, too!. Thanks for everything, Dad. We all love you!
S, A, E and C
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My father, Bryan McGowan, is an awesome dad. He takes me fishing
all of the time.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad.
Love,
SCOTT
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We love our Daddy, Craig Silva, because we like to play games and
play tag with him. He makes us feel better when we’re sick. He got me
a new bunk bed. When he says, “Let’s go see the fire trucks,” I feel
happy. I like him! He’s our best friend. Happy Father’s Day, Daddy.
Love,
ANTHONY and NICHOLAS SILVA
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We would like to wish our dad, Dave Wood, a very special Father’s
Day this year. He is the best dad because he takes us swimming and
collects shells with us at the beach. He makes the best forts and
sandcastles in the world. We love to have water balloon fights with
him. When our mom goes out, he lets us eat dinner in the family room
and have movie night. Our dad works very hard every day so that we
can have lots of nice things. We miss him when he goes on trips, but
he always brings home great surprises for us. We love to ride bikes,
play soccer and read books with our dad. He lets us go to Disneyland
and he takes us to Sea World. He takes such good care of us all --
even our new puppy, Kodah! Our Dad is very special, and we love him
so much!
CAROLINE and PAIGE WOOD (5 1/2 AND 3)
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My dad is the best. He takes me everywhere. When I get home, I
love to maul with him. I love him a whole lot! He likes to tickle me
too.
Love,
MEGAN KEYS, 7
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Dad:
You have supported me in everything: school, friends, BIYC and
every soccer game I have had; especially the Breakers with Coach Rob.
Dad, every night you tackle me in bed, bounce as high as possible,
and I love it. Also, you take us everywhere and let us have as many
friends over as we want. Dad, you rock! Daddy, I love you sooooo
much. You are the best in the world.
Love,
PAGE KEYS, 9
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Happy Father’s Day, Markie Pooh! Thank you for being there always
for the girls, as well as me.
You are the heart and soul of our wonderful family. I love you!
LAURIE KEYS
Newport Beach
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Our dad is the best dad in the world. He loves his family more
than anything and works very hard. We love you very much, Dad. Happy
Father’s Day!
Love,
HAILEY, RILEY, KATIE and NIKKI
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We would like to honor our dad, Rob Pickell.
He is the greatest daddy ever.
He takes us surfing, skiing, camping and to the most exciting
places in the world.
Best of all, he tickles us and make us laugh and flips us upside
down.
Happy Father’s Day, Daddy!
Love,
DEREK, 7, and SAMMY, 5
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I love my dad for many reasons. He does so much for me, like take
me to places all around the world. Places such as Holland, India,
Peru, Belize, England, and I know there will be more. This is a
memory that stands out in my mind. I don’t know why because he’s done
it a million times, but this is a typical example of my dad. We were
in Peru in the city of Cuzco. I was allowed to buy one thing for
myself to bring home. I had already gotten two, a poncho and a
beanie. We were walking down the street and I saw this man making a
necklace. I thought it was gorgeous. My dad asked me if I wanted it,
and, of course, I said yes. My mom was annoyed at him because he
always tries to spoil us (my brother and me), but, of course, I was
happy. And I still have the necklace!
Also, when we are having Indian food or anything spicy, he will
make me a separate dish because he knows I don’t like it. He is also
the one who, when my mom says “no,” talks her into saying “yes.” If I
lived with my dad alone, I would be one of the most spoiled kids in
the world!
Happy Father’s Day, Pappa!
ANNEKE PAKVASA
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I love my father because ...
I love my father for a whole lot of reasons. The most important
thing my father has taught me -- and I love him for it -- is that no
matter what, you should always be humble. He says the smarter you
get, the more humble you will get, and instead of putting yourself in
front of others, you will put others in front of you. He told me that
all through my life. Now every time I have a slip of the mouth, he
will take me to the corner and lecture (not really lecture) me on why
I shouldn’t brag. I am just starting to get why he tells me this
stuff. (I’m 12.)
One more thing I love my dad for is taking me on trips. We go on
trips to all the most exotic places, such as Costa Rica, Belize,
Peru, Mexico, India, the Netherlands and England. We go to these
places, and then we do all of the most fun stuff like hiking,
sightseeing, and piranha fishing in the Amazon River. I love my dad
because he got me into traveling, and now I want to go see the rest
of the world. He tells me that sometimes you should just let stuff
take its role and then surprising things can happen. I love my dad
for a whole bunch of stuff and these are just a few of them.
MISHA PAKVASA
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My dad is my superhero. He is just like me, except he has lots
more hair. We wear the exact same, striped, multi-colored pajamas! He
has thousands of comic books from the old days, and we relax on the
couch reading them and watching James Bond and cartoons. He is the
grrrrrrrrr-eatest piano player and singer of all time! We sing all
kinds of songs ... Beatles, Beach Boys, Queen songs, and we write
songs too. He adores chocolate covered pretzels, and so do I. He is
beyond special to me!
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What makes our dad, Rick Brown, special? There are too many
reasons to name!
One of them is how he supports us in sports. He has coached our
basketball and soccer teams and taught us soccer moves aside from
regular practices. He has taught me (Brittany) a ton of basketball
moves that I can use in games. He attends all games and as many
practices as possible.
Also, because he has three daughters, he has many years of Indian
Princess and camp-outs with little sleep ahead of him (and several
years behind him too). He is a good sport and takes us because he
wants to be with us. And despite the lack of sleep, he has a good
time.
Love,
BRITTANY,
SHELBY and
CASSIDY
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There is someone in my life who has always been there for me and
loved me no matter what. He is a smart loving man who works hard, but
still finds time to enjoy life. Even though we disagree on some
things, I know he will love me regardless. I am very proud to say
this man is my father. Thanks, Dad, for being the great father you
are, and I love you always!
HEATHER
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My father is one of the coolest dads on Earth. He will do anything
for you and takes pride in his work. I can only imagine how hard he
has to work for a family of seven, including a dog -- all that work
and he keeps us living in Newport Beach. He is one of the coolest
parents and people in the universe. He plays lots of sports including
competing in tennis at the All England Club in Wimbledon. When I need
work on playing sports, he will tell me exactly what to do and show
me how to do it, that is why he is the universe’s best dad.
Even with his old Mercedes, which we nicknamed Lurch, he still
makes sure that I arrive to school in style. He is always doing
things for all of his kids and he has never been a selfish person. My
friends say that my dad is the funniest person that they have ever
met, and he makes sure that we have fun. When I need help with
homework, he offers to work it out with me, at the same time he has a
2-year-old screaming, an 8-year-old asking him questions, and a
teenager asking him to drive her somewhere. He still pulls it off
because he is the universe’s best dad.
My dad and I like to barbecue a lot. He tells me barbecuing tips
so that one day I will be able to do this with my son and so that I
can remind him how when he is old. Our favorite food to cook is
salmon. He shows me how to manage making dinner with all of the
different things going on. Sometimes he lets me make things all by
myself. That is why he is the universe’s best dad.
I am going to go to high school next year, and he always says that
I am not going to want to do anything with him anymore because it is
not cool. But he is cool, and I will always play and learn things
from him. I will always love him even if he does embarrass me or
ground me.
And that is why he is the best dad in the universe.
TREVOR FRIEDMAN
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My dad is the greatest dad ever. He tells hilarious stories. He
teaches P.E. in my class and makes up the funniest games. He takes me
skiing in the winter and surfing all summer. He is my best friend.
ZACH GRANOFF, 7
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Forty-five years ago, a brilliant scientist lost his wife to
cancer, and was left with three young children to raise by himself.
He was recruited by hospitals across the nation, yet he chose an
upstart hospital whose premise was to discover cures for catastrophic
children’s diseases. He felt his presence could make a difference at
this facility. This May, my sister and I attended the annual
lectureship in my father’s name where he was honored by several of
the world’s leading scientists. They shed praise on my father, for
his dedication and leadership in making St. Jude’s Children’s
Research Hospital what it is today, a leading hospital in treating
and curing children’s diseases.
While achieving this success, he married a woman who shared a
commitment to his family and blessed him with another child.
Together, they raised their children with the same beliefs he has:
striving to be the best you can no matter what curves life throws
you. I hope my young children will remember their grandfather for the
love and affection he bestowed not only upon them, but the children
he worked to find cures for. One day, I plan to bring them to St.
Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and show them this picture, and I
hope they will be as proud of him as I am. We love you, Dad.
DAVID GRANOFF
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To our loving dad, Ken Wittman,
We would like to honor you publicly on Father’s Day because you
deserve the whole world’s praise (or at least Orange County’s). Not
only do you wake up at an ungodly hour to go to work to put a very
nice roof over our heads and delicious food on our plates, but you
are always there for us whenever we need you. Your dedication to us
as a father is unbelievable, and we are so appreciative of all you do
for us. Thank you for loving us so much. We love you, Dad. Happy
Father’s Day!
Love,
AMANDA and JASON
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Dear Daddy,
We love you because you play computer games with us, you take us
on bike rides to the beach, you play monster at the park, and you
wrestle with us on the carpet!
You are the best daddy because you work hard everyday so that
mommy gets to stay home with us and we don’t have to go to a nanny, a
relative or day care.
You hug us, kiss our boo boos and help us look for our “mookies”
when they are lost. You cuddle with us in bed while we watch “Dragon
Tales” in the morning, and give us “ishy hugs” at bedtime.
Thank you for being the best daddy we could ever have!
Happy Father’s Day. We love you!
ADAM, 7, RYAN, 4, and MOMMY LANGEVIN
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Please put my daddy in the newspaper. I want to wish him a very
Happy Father’s Day, and tell him that he is the best daddy in the
world. Thank you dad for everything you have done for us. You mean so
much to us, and we love you very much.
Love,
PAIGE and CHAD HOFFMAN
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To my husband, Terry, on Father’s Day,
I am reminded of what a wonderful father you are to our darling
daughter every time I see her face light up when you get home and
hear her incredible laugh when you two are playing.
You are doing an amazing job with helping her to build confidence
and independence. I love you for being such a caring father and
supportive husband.
I want to thank you for making it so easy to create a balance
among making time as a family, as a couple, and as individuals. I
know it will be harder with our next little one coming soon, but I’m
looking forward to the challenge because you make it fun and
memorable.
All my love,
SUSIE
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We love our dad because he takes us to get bagels in our jammies!
He has water balloon fights and watches all of our favorite movies
with us! We love you Dad -- bigger than the world.
xoxo,
JOSEPHINE, HAYDEN and
MITCHELL SCHOTT
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Dear Daddy,
We think you are “Mr. Incredible” because you:
* Tuck us in every night.
* Tell us fun bedtime stories.
* Watch Angels games with us.
* Give us lots of kisses, hugs and zerberts.
* Read us lots of books.
* Play “ducky” with us.
* Carry us when it’s too far to walk.
* Come to every tee-ball game and practice.
* Play with us in the pool.
* Make special lunches for us.
* Take us to work with you on special days.
* Spend lots of time with us.
You are our superhero and the most incredible daddy ever.
We love you.
SOPHIE B. and SADIE JANE
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Our dad, Matt McCormick, is the greatest dad in the world! He
makes our yard look beautiful with all of the roses and flowers that
he plants. He grows the best tomatoes, which we love to eat all
summer and fall. He makes the best cheeseburgers on our barbecue. We
also have a great tradition every Sunday night of making s’mores,
thanks to our dad. He is a wonderful water polo coach and teaches us
everything we need to know to have fun and win the game. Our dad got
us each a surfboard and taught us how to surf. We love going to the
beach with him! We love you very much, Dad!
Love,
KATIE, SHANNON, ALLY, TIM and HAYDEN
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Happy Father’s Day to my very special dad, my hero.
I am so lucky to have such a cool dad like you. I can’t wait to
grow up and play ball with you, to go boating with you and to hear
the stories about when you were a little boy. Most of all, I can’t
wait to be just like you.
I love you, Daddy!
Love,
RYAN
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Dear Daddy (Jeff Locke),
You are the best dad in the whole wide world. Thank you for being
so nice to us. You are wonderful and a really, really good surfer.
Love,
KAILEN and JOSH
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My dad is a wonderful man. Born in Painter, Va., on Nov. 20, 1917,
Claude Wise Downing was the second in a family of six children. This
picture of him on his Harley from 1943 was just before he was drafted
into the Navy in World War II. I was 4 then, and it’s the first
address I can remember ... 1642 F St., Apt B, NE, Washington D.C. He
was such a wonderful free spirit and had a curiosity about so many
things in life.
I remember the blackouts and civil defense guards walking the
streets checking for light leaks. I would peer out waiting for my dad
to come home. I knew every plane in World War II, but my dad could
tell which plane was flying over by listening to its engines. I can
still do that if it’s a prop-driven plane. And fortunately, he did
come home as the war ended.
He loved parades and John Philip Sousa marching bands and would
take my younger brother and I to see them. Dad and I would walk down
to the Potomac to an old fish shanty to buy fresh clams and oysters
from 50-gallon drums. My mother and he would roller skate around
Capitol Hill with me. Our entertainment was listening to radio
programs, “Inner Sanctum,” Jack Benny, “Baby Snooks,” “Captain
Midnight,” “Mr. & Mrs. North,” “The Shadow,” “Crime Busters,” “The
Lone Ranger.” There were no TVs, malls or freeways. We played
whatever sport was in season in the streets. We played catch all the
time. When the cover came off the ball, my Dad taped it with black
electrician’s tape until that came off and then we’d buy a new ball.
In the coming years, he would eventually teach us baseball, football,
golf, tennis, horseback riding, an appreciation for East Coast
seafood, and he took us camping.
He went to work for TWA. In 1947, we moved to L.A. where he worked
for TWA until he was 65. He, my mother, brother and I were to travel
many places. How very fortunate we were. The 405 took their first
house ... it’s now the El Segundo onramp. The 105 took the next house
after they had moved a mile away.
Years ago, we would take a weekend ride to a town called Newport
Beach. It seemed like every time we did, we would ride this great
little ferryboat that held only three cars and a dozen people or so.
Such fond memories. To this day, it is one of my favorite experiences
in this town. I even know one of the admirals.
Through the years, he would visit me at Fort Ord, and in Paris. He
would give me great advice I never listened to. He and my mother have
been married 66 years with a two-year timeout before remarrying each
other. Last year, there was a phone call from them in their home in
Manhattan Beach. It was my mother. She said my dad wanted to know
what happened to Gordon, my brother (who had been living with them
for the last five years). His 10 minutes of clarity from Alzheimer’s
was like a call from another planet and caught me completely off
guard. It had been six months. As I choked back the tears and
wrenched to get the words out to him, I explained the lung cancer
that had taken his magnificent son’s life.
“Oh, I’m so sorry. That’s really too bad,” he said softly.
It had been 2 or 3 years since he’d been that lucid.
Last fall, they moved to Newport -- my mother in a condo and he
less than a mile away at an assisted-living facility behind Hoag. The
longest walk I take these days is down the corridor after visiting my
wonderful, remarkable father. I love you, Dad.
ROGER WISE DOWNING
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My dad is the best dad ever. No questions asked. He has brought so
much joy to our home and always shows he cares. My father tries his
hardest every day to make our home a happy one. He can be serious and
can joke a lot too. His ways of teaching have made my brother’s and
my life more successful. We both try our hardest and make him proud,
and we both look up to him. Through all the drama of my first year of
high school, I can come home and have someone to talk to. He
understands most the time and gives me good advice. Some of his
choices he has made for me make me very mad, but I know he does it
for my benefit. My dad wants me to make the right choices, and that’s
why my father is the best father ever. So, nobody could replace him.
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Our dad, Jeff Hirsch, is the best dad in the world!
My dad is the best because he plays with me when I want, and he
surfs with me even when he’s tired. -- Jacob
My dad is the best dad in the world because he works hard to get
money so we can buy food. -- Keaton
My dad is the best dad in the world because he is always there for
me, especially at my soccer games. -- Kelsey
Happy Father’s Day, Dad. We love you; you’re the best!
KELSEY, JACOB and KEATON HIRSCH
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Our father is the very best because he takes us everywhere on the
weekends, and he loves being with us.
He always keeps his word.
Dad makes sure that we are always safe.
Dad has always worked so hard to make sure we are all taken care
of. He puts us before himself.
He always takes us to our sports games and practices, even if it
means missing something for himself.
Dad always tries to help us with our homework, even if he doesn’t
know how to do it.
Our dad is the best dad in the world, and we love him!
Love,
ALEC and ARI MANDELL
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Dear Dad,
Happy Fathers Day! You’ve always been there for me, and that means
the world to me! You always make me laugh, as well as everyone else.
I am so thankful for you, and everything you have done for me. You’ve
always put me before yourself and have given me everything I could
ever want and more. You have always supported me in everything I do
and encouraged me to believe in myself. Thank you for everything
you’ve done for me, and I love you! I hope you like this, and I hope
you have a wonderful Fathers Day!
Love always and forever,
Your loving daughter,
SAVANNAH KERREK
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From Teton Golden Arrow to Teton Silver Arrow:
You are the best dad ever! Happy Father’s Day!
I love you,
JACOB
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To my Dad, Marc Jones:
Thanks for making me feel like the most special girl in the whole
world. Happy Father’s Day!
I love you,
SAMANTHA
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I am comforted by the strong hands of my father around my
shoulder.
I am excited by the potential and vibrancy I feel in the small
hands of my two boys.
I am saddened by the loss of the warm and caring hands of my
father-in-law.
ETHAN GOLDSTEIN, M.D.
Southfield, MI
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Dear Dad,
I hope you have the best Father’s Day ever! You are the best dad!
Thanks for being the greatest every day! Thanks for everything. I
love you so much! You rock!
Love,
KELLY CHRISTIAN
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EDITOR’S NOTE: The following are messages from Jan Wood’s
fifth-grade class at Mariners Elementary School in Newport Beach.
Why My Dad Is Great
My dad is great. I’m assuming that you want to know why. Well,
I’ll tell you.
My dad is great because he’s helpful. If I ask him for help with
my homework, he immediately explains what I should do to figure out
the problem. He also teaches me things I will need to know later in
life. He taught me how to clean a pool, use the Internet, play
certain games, pull weeds and much more.
My dad is also great because he is funny. He is always ready to
crack a joke. Whenever I start a sports activity, or any other
activity for that matter, he gives me a new nickname. When I started
piano, I was Mozart. When I played basketball, he called me LeBron.
The list is endless! I hope you agree: My dad is awesome.
JACOB BARTON
My Dad
Everybody loves his or her dad, but the question is why? Why do
you think your dad is so great? Well, here are a few reasons why I
love my dad.
My dad is always busy, whether it’s doing his job or just going to
the grocery store. Even though he’s so busy, he still makes time for
Derek and me. That is just one thing he does that’s so great.
Sometimes I want to play with my brother Derek, but Derek doesn’t
want to play. So my dad volunteers to play with me.
He also buys me clothes. He drives me to my soccer games and
practices. He watches television with me. He reads with me. He helps
me with my homework. And most of all, he cares about me.
If you add up all the great things my dad does, I think you will
begin to notice how great my dad is. Have a happy Father’s Day, Dad.
SHANNON BOLER
The Greatest Dad Ever
I love my dad. There are so many things he does for me. Some are
really simple; some are huge. Some are when he supports what I do. I
don’t think about it very much, but he does so much for me.
He helps me at least once a day. Every time I’m playing in an
important game for a sport, if I look in a crowd, I’ll see him. Even
when it’s a little stupid thing, he’ll support me. He’ll protect me
from anything that’ll hurt me. That’s why, even when I yell at him, I
never really mean it.
LOGAN FRIEND
The Coolest Dad Ever
My dad is really cool. He does everything. He’s really nice, and
everyone thinks I have the coolest dad ever. I think he should get an
award or something as the best dad in the whole universe.
My dad skateboards. He isn’t good, but he still tries and can roll
around and push. Everyone else says I sound like I get embarrassed by
it because his or her dad would never do that in a million years. OK.
Here’s the scary part. He’s 52.
He also surfs. He’s better at this than skateboarding. He’s better
than me, even though that’s not hard to do. He can turn. He can also
nose ride. It’s really cool. I love my dad.
He is the coolest dad ever in the world and I don’t care what
anyone else thinks about it. He’s the best. He’s a used-car salesman
-- weird job. He owns Cove Motoring. His name is Paul, and he has
gray hair. He’s old, but I love him.
ROSS SCHWARTZ
What Makes My Dad So Great
What makes my dad so great is that he takes me to a lot of places
I like to go. He also helps me with a lot of things. My dad never
gets mad or yells at me. He said I help him not lose his temper.
If he has something I like, he will willingly give me some of
whatever he has. He does this because he is the greatest dad -- just
like I said. He is funny, nice, caring and sharing. He helps me with
a lot of things, like homework and a load of other things. He lets me
do a lot of things I like to do. See, I told you I have a great dad.
VICTORIA PARRINO
The Greatest Dad In The World
I love my dad! He is the best dad in the world. He provides a very
nice home for me and buys me food and clothes. He treats me very well
and cares for me 24-7. He is very kind and loving, and I am very glad
he’s my dad.
He works very hard so we can live in comfort, and we do. If I ever
need anything from my dad, he will do exactly what I need. He’s
great! He never forgets to say goodnight to me before I go to bed. I
always enjoy when he gets home from work, because he gives me a big
hug and kiss. I love him so much! Happy Father’s Day!
MADDIE ERDOSSY
My Dad
My dad is the greatest man who ever lived. He is the great father
of Blake, Kaitlynn, Brett and Lantz. He gets up at 5 a.m. so he can
work out and get to work on time. He works very hard so his family
can have nice things. He coaches all of my sports teams. My dad is
Lantz Bell. Have a happy Father’s Day.
BLAKE BELL
No. 1 Dad
What makes my dad so great is his smile
He makes me laugh for a long, long while
He tickles me on Tuesdays
And we have lots of fun on Fridays
On holidays we have barbecues and eat
And all of my friends and family run in the pool with bare feet
We make a lot of noise
But we’ll make even more with the new baby boy
He’ll be just like you
But with a smaller size shoe
He’ll be in the family forever
And we’ll all be happy together
Dad, I hope you know you’ll have a great son
And he’ll also think you’re No. 1
ALEX FARAH
The Greatest Dad Ever
What makes my dad so great is he is always there for me. Whenever
I’m bored, he’s always up to playing a game with me. He has also made
me a better soccer player. He’s been one of my coaches ever since the
second season I played. He makes it more fun for me to play soccer.
My dad is one of the best dads in the world. He is funny, nice and
many more good things too. He always has made life more fun for me. I
am glad I have my dad for a dad. Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
ALLISON SCHELIN
My Dad
My dad’s name is Robert, but we call him Bob. He goes to work at
PFC, Porteous Fastener Company. Porteous is our last name, and my
grandpa, Bud, started the company. If my dad didn’t work, I could
play with him all day.
What makes my dad so special is that he plays all my sports with
me.
We play baseball and football together. We also play pass lacrosse
nets. You’re the best dad ever! Also, I love when we play tag and
push each other into the pool. But, best of all you’re my dad, and I
love you.
Also, dad, I love how you take us on trips to exotic places or
not-so-exotic places, such as Lake Tahoe, Mexico, Florida, Colorado,
Wyoming, Oregon, Hawaii and many more. My favorite place to go with
you is Lake Tahoe or Hawaii. I wish we could go there all of the
time. Happy Father’s Day.
Love,
MATT PORTEOUS
My Dad
My dad is the best dad in the world. He doesn’t care if people
think he is weird or something like that because he doesn’t get
embarrassed at all. He is his own unique person. He always knows how
to fix things when they’re wrong. He spoils us and takes us on trips
very, very often.
He loves ice cream. That’s probably why I love ice cream too. He
is very funny and makes me laugh every time I see him, even when he’s
at work. He works for an audio-visual company because he has a very
strong sense of hearing and so do I. My dad and I have a lot in
common, and I’m glad that I do.
CASSIDY LITTLETON
My Great Dad
My dad is very forgiving and nice to everyone he knows. You would
love how caring my dad is to people all around him. Getting used to
him is pretty easy because he engages in a lot of conversations
between people every minute of the day. Really, I think he is the
best dad in the world to me, and I love him very much. Even though I
can get mad at him sometimes, I still love him as much as I had
before because we always make up easily. After we get in a fight, I
will make up first because I know that he is feeling as bad as I am
that same second. Toughness is what he is a lot, and he can be
tougher than I can ever be, my brother can climb on him and he won’t
say a word. Doing chores like cleaning his room, putting away his
shoes, and things like that I have in common with him. After the day
is over, he will tuck me into bed, and I always feel safe during the
night because he is in the house with me. Dads are great, but I think
my dad is the best one of all!
DELANEY BELL
What Makes My Dad So Great
What makes my dad so great is that he knows what every car is.
When I say, “Wow, look at that car,” he says, “Yes, that’s an
Infinity G45.” It really amazes me that he knows practically what
every car is. He knows what old cars are too. He’s great with cars.
What makes my dad so great is that he can help solve problems. He
is a fair dad. He is the best dad. Happy Father’s Day!
KELLIE CONANT
My Dad Is the Best Dad in the World
My dad is the greatest and funniest dad in the world. My dad makes
my family and me laugh because he thinks he is a comedian. He is also
nice to me, but he still disciplines my siblings and me a little bit.
My dad buys me everything and some things I want.
My dad has coached my soccer team for three years, and has taught
me a lot. He takes my family and me on the greatest vacations. My dad
is also the greatest dad because he is teaching my sister and me how
to surf and any other sport that my sister and I want to play. He
supports my sister and me in all the sports we are in, and he is
always there for me. I love my dad so much! Happy Father’s Day!
MADISON WOOTERS
What Makes My Dad So Great
My dad is so great because he’s open to doing whatever my brothers
and I would enjoy doing. He’s really good help in homework;
especially in math and editing my writing, which is a great help to
me.
My dad is very kind to me and helps me to improve on the sports
I’m involved in. He really helps the most in basketball though. He
was the one who taught me how to play, and look at me now. Thanks to
him, I’m playing on an advanced basketball team and I’m still getting
better and better because of him.
Whenever my family watches comedies, he’s always there to laugh
with me. We have fun watching the silly or goofy movies he picks out,
and he’s good for picking the best movies. They always turn out to be
the greatest movies, rated a 10 in my mind.
The real reason my dad is the greatest though is because he acts
like himself, which I’m comfortable with, because he has a great
attitude. My dad is really the best dad a person could ask for! Happy
Father’s Day!
CONNOR LEGGETT
My Great Dad
There are a lot of things that make my dad great. He works every
day but is always willing to do something with me after work. We play
catch a lot and sometimes play soccer. He is also very cooperative.
He doesn’t like skateboarding, but sometimes he will play, and he’s
pretty good. But he’s really good at football. We play a lot, and
it’s really fun.
He’s also really nice and caring. He doesn’t make me do chores,
just hold a tool or something while he’s hanging a picture. He acts
really tough, but if I’m hurt or something, he’s always there for me.
So those are a few things that make my dad great.
Have a great Father’s Day!
ANDREW SIEMS
The Best Dad in the World
My dad is the best because of all the wonderful things he does
with me. He helps me with my homework and makes great dinners we eat
together. He lets me shoot hoops on the basketball hoop when I get
really bored and comes out and shoots hoops with me.
He takes me to the public pool on a hot sunny day. We go to fun
places like Boomers or Dave & Busters. We will buy a brand new dog or
go get some food for dinner. He’s really great because he lets me
sleep in late. He buys us fancy houses and new video games. But, the
greatest thing that makes him great is that when we do something, we
always have fun. Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
GRAY BERMAN
Why Is My Dad so Great
My dad is the best. He spoils me tons. He plays soccer with me and
he gets me candy. When my dad plays soccer with me, it’s lots of fun!
When my dad gets mad, he comes to me, and I calm him down with a face
that I have. My dad goes to my soccer games; he is very energetic and
plays a lot with us at the beginning, but during the game he is very
serious looking.
My dad is very nice and funny. When we first got our puppy, he
didn’t want her. Now he goes everywhere with her. My dad gets me
anything I want. He got a new Escalade; it is black and very clean.
He got it for the whole family, but now he is calling it his car. My
dad acts like a teenager, but he knows that he isn’t. That is why my
dad is so great! Have the best Father’s Day, fantastic Dad!
CHRISTINE JACQUES
My dad is so great! He does so many wonderful things. He plays
tetherball with me, takes me to the movies, lets me play with
friends, and many other great things. He lets me have friends over
too. When we play tetherball, he plays hard and always lets me win.
He also takes me shopping sometimes for new clothes. My dad is loving
and kind and always has a twinkle in his eye. Have a fantastic
Father’s Day!
Lots of love,
GRETCHEN
Awesome Dad
My dad is the greatest dad in the whole world. He is great because
he works and gets money to buy me clothes, food, toys, tickets to the
movies and other awesome things. My dad is a great tennis player. He
always plays, and when he is in a tournament, I watch him. He is also
a great driver. He drives me everywhere, like the movies, sometimes
school, to a friend’s house and to get lunch or dinner. He buys me a
lot candy. He also pays for my dental bill. My dad is the coolest,
nicest, awesomest, greatest dad in the world. I love my dad more than
anything.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
Love,
MILES
My Wonderful Dad
My dad is so great because of all he does for me. He teaches me
the values of life and inspires me to do wonderful things, like
skateboarding or surfing. He helps me with all my problems. Lectures
may not be the most fun, but they will get me further in life, for
sure. He also makes me happy with things to solve my troubles and dry
my tears, or he can buy me great things to make me smile all day.
That’s my dad. Love you dad. Have a nice Father’s Day.
Love,
AMANDA
What Makes My Dad so Great
Who is there when I get an award for school? Who has made every
single one of my brother’s baseball games and Cub Scout meetings,
even though he scrambles to get everything ready and get there on
time? Who, you may ask? Well, it’s none other than my dad. My dad is
a great dad and a wonderful husband. You may even call him the
world’s No. 1 dad. That’s how great he is. He works all day, but
still has time for sports, homework, and other after school
activities. He helps me with my states and capitals. He helps my
brother with his homework, and he has a lot. He tucks me in when my
mom isn’t home. That’s what makes my dad so great. Have a great
Father’s Day.
Love,
ERICA
What Makes My Dad So Great
What makes my dad so great is that he always is nice and cares for
me a lot too. He always tries to make me happy when I am sad or makes
me laugh. My favorite thing to do with my dad is go to our favorite
place to eat, which we both love. We always go there on the weekend.
My dad is smart and always helps me with my homework. He helps me
with the things that are hard for me. He is always there for me. My
dad works and still always has time for me. There are some things
that make my dad so great! Happy Father’s Day!
Love,
TAYLOR DITTOE
What Makes My Dad So Great
My dad is great. He helps me with my homework. My dad is the
moneymaker in the family. He rides his bike with me on the weekends.
Last, he comforts me when I am sad.
My dad is one of the most important people in my life. He goes to
work. Afterward, he still has time for me. That is what makes my dad
so great. Happy Father’s Day.
Sincerely,
PATRICK CONWAY
My Dad
My dad is great. He is a really nice guy. My dad is always trying
to make things a whole lot better when it’s really bad. He’ll always
be there to cheer you up when you’re sad. He’s a great dad.
My dad is really fun. He loves to play catch or swim or do other
fun things. He is always ready to have fun. I would never trade my
dad for anyone else.
GRANT WENSLEY
My Great Dad
My dad is so great because he helps me understand how to do a hard
math problem. He is patient when I really don’t understand how to do
it and gives me tips on how to do it well and how to check it. I
always understand how to do it after he helps me.
He plays fun games with my brother and me. He doesn’t play easy on
me, so it is more fun. He plays soccer, tag, and lots of other fun
games with us. He is the best dad in the world. Happy Father’s Day!
LUCIE WEBB
My Great Dad
My dad is the best dad in the world. Why? Because he is like a
friend. He knows how to snowboard really well. He can do lots of
tricks like flips. He surfs the Wedge when there is a swell. That is
when it is really big. He can skateboard pretty well, but he tries
his best at everything. He even taught me how to kick-flip. He takes
me to movies, like “Lords of Dogtown.” My dad is the best dad ever.
He is my best friend too.
ETHAN MURRAY
Why My Dad Is so Great
There are many reasons why my dad is such a great dad. Here are a
few. The first reason why my dad is so great is because he gets home
from work lots of days to take me to my sporting events. The second
reason my dad is so great is because he is always nice and generous
to me. He helps me with my homework and other things too. The third
and final reason is he always plays with me when I am bored. Whenever
I am bored, he will play basketball with me. That is why my dad is a
great dad.
CONOR SWEENEY
The Best Dad
My dad is the best dad in the whole world. He is funny and cool.
He surfs with me in the morning before I go to school. The best part
about that is what when we go, we wake up early and eat breakfast
before we go. I have so many reasons, but I doubt they will fit on
this page. The thing I love the most about him is that he live me
dearly and for that, I love him back. I know he is the best dad in
the world and you should think so, too.
GENEVA WALTERS
My Super Dad
My dad is the best dad in the world. He likes to go to the beach a
lot and go surfing. My dad is nice, funny and he likes to play
around. He likes to have a lot candy. Candy is his favorite, and ice
cream. He likes to build stuff for me. Whenever he is bored, he likes
to go outside and he skateboards with me and, sometimes, he just
watches. It is really fun. That’s why I love my dad and he is really
super and fantastic.
CASEY SHEARER
*
Our uncle Dennis Gage,
There are many different things that make our uncle very special,
but for right now, we will list four.
1. He is strong. Whenever we need to lift something he will help.
2. He is funny. He always makes us laugh.
3. He is nice. He makes us breakfast every morning and takes good
care of us.
4. He takes us to lots of fun places.
Those are some of the things that make our uncle very special.
We wish you a happy Father’s Day, Uncle!
Love,
ZACK and JAKE
*
He’ll fish with me, he encourages me.
He skis, surfs and boards with me.
He catches lizards in the park,
Makes up stories and talks till dark.
He plays Batman. He’ll roughhouse.
He tackles me and wears me out!
He’s my dad!
We are blessed! He’s the best!
THE MCGUINESS FAMILY
*
Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
Thanks for being the best dad in the world! You’re always there
for us when we need you. We love you!
Love Always,
ELIZABETH, EMILY and ERIN ALMARAZ
*
Dear Dad,
Thank you for everything you have done for me. You are the best
dad in the world and you always will be. Have a great Father’s Day!
Love,
BECKY G.
*
Our Dad, Doug
Hi, I’m Max, a 12-year-old boy who wants to explain why he has the
best dad ever. My dad isn’t just loving and kind, but he has time for
me, even though he is very busy at work. We do a lot of fun things
together, like fly airplanes, play soccer, play chess and go on Boy
Scout camp outs. He sometimes coaches me in soccer games and inspires
me to do my very best. He is very funny and can always give you a
laugh, especially when you need one. I don’t know how I could live
without him. He is always very nice to me, and he emphasizes trying
your best. He’s the best dad in the world!
I’m Max’s sister, Nikki, a 10-year-old girl who wants to tell you
the same thing. My dad is the best lawyer that I know, but he is also
the best dad. He helps me on my homework, but doesn’t just tell me
the answers; he helps me understand the hard problems that I need
help on. He comes to all my soccer games, which are sometimes very
far away, or at least he tries. He can make anyone laugh or totally
crack up by switching around words of a song, or saying something
funny. He is willing to taste something that I made. I love sewing,
and whenever I finish making something, he is very proud of me. I am
also proud, because I have the best dad ever!
I’m Max and Nikki’s sister, Sierra, and I’m 5 years old. My dad is
the best dad ever because he taught me to ride a bike without
training wheels, he plays beanie babies with me, and he jumps on the
trampoline with me. He taught me to do drop kicks in soccer when he
was coach for my soccer team. He’s always proud of me for doing my
performances in dance, and plays and piano. In the pool, he lets me
have a boat ride on his back. He loves me very much and every night
he tells me that.
We three kids are the luckiest kids because he is the most loving
dad!
*
My dad is the best dad in the world. He has six kids, including
two teenagers and a baby. With all that, he still finds time to help
me with homework and stuff. He can build mini Soap Box Derby cars and
rain gutter regatta boats. My dad is the best at everything,
including woodworking. That’s why I love him.
CADEN STARK
*
Our father, David Hertzberg, has so many wonderful qualities that
make him such a great dad. He never complains about anything, and he
has such a positive outlook on life. Every morning before school, he
makes us breakfast. His specialty is oatmeal with an array of fruit,
nuts and spices added. He also treats our mom like a queen and helps
out with many household chores, since our mom works full-time outside
the home. We love our dad very much and hope to marry a man just like
him some day.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
Love,
MARISSA and
RACHEL
HERTZBERG
*
Thank you for being the best dad ever!
Happy Father’s Day. We love you!
Love,
SARAH and
MEGAN DALY
*
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following are messages from Susan Nielson’s
kindergarten class at Mariners Elementary School in Newport Beach.
MY DADDY IS SPECIAL BECAUSE:
He loves God and little me.
-- ABBY
He tickles me, and I laugh hard!
-- ALI
He gives me piggyback rides to my room.
-- ALLISON
He teaches me my sight words.
-- AMBER
He’s funny and makes funny faces!
-- ASHLEY
He takes me to car shows.
-- CAROLINE
He makes eggs on toast for me, and it’s so good!
-- GABRIELLA
He reads the Bible to me.
-- KATIE
He reads me stories before I go to bed.
-- KELSEY
He takes me to the beach and we play in the water.
-- KRISTEN
He tucks me into bed every night.
-- LUKE
He snuggles with me!
-- MADALYN
He always barbecues chicken, and it’s so good!
-- NOAH
He gives me lots of hugs and kisses, and we play tag in the house.
-- NATHAN
He plays video games with me.
-- PARKER
He plays dominoes with me.
-- SAVVY
He took me to Chicago and showed me his old school.
-- SCOTTY
He plays baseball with me.
-- SPENCER
He cuddles with me and reads books to me.
-- TRENTON
He takes me to school every morning.
-- ZACHARY
*
Happy Father’s Day to the best Dad. You do so much for us and we
appreciate you!
Love,
NICOLE, NATHAN, BRIAN
*
Our Dad’s name is Mike.
He is nice.
He likes golf.
He is a cool dad.
He takes us to the fun zone.
He takes us to Dairy Queen
He is funny.
He loves his dog.
He loves us.
EMILY and CAROLINE SPAIN
Corona del Mar
*
Our Bapa, Bob Wynn
We wish that all of our friends could have a Bapa like ours. He
has lots of fun toys and always has us over to see cool things at his
house, like the bee man and the beehive that he took out. That was so
cool. He loves to fly his remote control airplane and drive his
remote control car really fast. He even lets us (Patrick and
Nicholas) drive his car, and it is loud and fast. He gives us
butterscotches all the time, especially when we sit with him at
church. We like to sit with him all the time. He teaches us about
World War II airplanes and he takes us out to Chino airport to see
them. Our little sister Kate even loves airplanes and waves every
time she sees or hears one. He has lots of airplanes hanging in the
room where we sleep when we have sleepovers so we can look at them
all night. We love him a lot. Happy Father’s Day, Bapa!
Our dad, dr. Steve
Our dad is the best dad. We cannot wait until he gets home every
night from fixing teeth because he wrestles with us and fixes us ice
cream with bapas (M&Ms;) on top for treats after dinner. Then he
either reads “Go, Go, Go” to Kate, or does “Once Upon A Time” for us
(Patrick and Nicholas) about when he was a little boy. Then he gives
us drinks of water when Mommy says that he shouldn’t, and he checks
on us many times. He teaches us to pick up our toys before we go
anywhere and taught us this spring how to surf. Mom still needs a few
lessons, but he is really nice to her too. We love you, Daddy! Happy
Father’s Day!
Love,
PATRICK, NICHOLAS and
KATE WYNN
*
Our Dad, Charlie Durnian, is the greatest dad ever!
I know, I know, everyone thinks their dad is the best ... but ours
is, for a lot of reasons! He was always very cool in high school and
college, but then he got married, lost all his hair and now goes to
work every day to make a good living for my sister and I. He wears
his company hats (quite goofy) and sits on the phone all day, yelling
at people for business! He wears his cowboy boots and uses words like
“groovy” and “square.” He tries to embarrass us by dancing, but then
while dancing, he tweaks his neck and has to sit on the sofa all
night.
He looks at us with his goofy grin and says, “Your dad’s turning
into an old dud, huh?” We just laugh and say, “Yeah Dad, but we still
love you!”
It’s true, no matter how goofy and weird our dad acts, that’s
exactly what makes him so special and fun to be with, and we wouldn’t
change him for anything! Happy Father’s Day, Dad; we love you!
XOXOXO,
NATO and GABO (NATALIE and
GABBY DURNIAN)
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