As parents we all do certain things that we might not otherwise do in order to show love to our children. This can range from watching animated movies to trying new yogurt flavors (things that are colored in ways that are not natural and do not represent, in any way, the food we cal yogurt), and even trying out new activities or sports. Being a parent means that you will do whatever it takes to help your child grow, learn, and thrive. Ryan has always been the kind of dad who gives good gifts to his children. He does not spoil them, but he does enjoy seeing them light up with excitement. He love to provide good things for them and he usually does it without consulting me. I say that not because it frustrates me (it really doesn't), but to give him the credit he deserves when he pulls off cool dad things for the kids. I am usually as surprised as they are. When Naomi and Joanna came home it was harder to demonstrate love for them right away in terms of special events because we needed time to get to know them and learn what they like. In keeping with his character, once Ryan found an area to pursue, he was all over it. The result: facial hair! I am not sure why, but Naomi loves facial hair on men. Jason Werth is her favorite Washington Nationals player, and now her dad is her hero because he looks like this:
Last week he came in one night to tuck her in and he kissed her good night. She asked him to do it again, but differently. She did not want a kiss on the cheek. She wanted his beard to rub her cheek. Her words, "This one says 'I love you,'" as she pointed to his whiskers. I guess I can be glad that her passion is not for neon colored hair or belly button rings as I am not sure those would look nearly
as good on Ryan!!
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