Everyday there's countless, questions, stories and rants about the husbands, partners and dads who are anywhere from "needing improvement" to downright "needing a bullet". Let's do a shout out to the men in our lives that make us believe there's still good ones out there- mine are my own dad, who gives of himself in every way possible to ensure the health and happiness of his babies (who are both in their 20's now!) and my partner who is an amazing, attentive and involved daddy to our child and best friend, lover and family to me.
(This is by no means supposed to be a post about gloating or rubbing it in anyone's face, just to give the good guys some air time rather than the scumbags! Let's remember the fathers, husbands, brothers, cousins, uncles, friends who go the extra mile for their families!)
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My dad came home everyday when I was little (after working all day) he come home on time (never caught up with mates after work at the pub). He didn't come home and smoke weed or feel the need to have 4 beers. He never cleaned but would often help bath us and get us ready for bed, would sometimes help cook dinner. He was always working hard around the house and in the garden. He would give us breakfast and take us to school so mum could sleep in. He doesn't gamble or scream. He treats my mum like a queen and like she's the only woman in the world. He's never had an affair. There are great men out there and I hope one day I can meet someone as great as him
My dad is also totally awesome. He taught me that I'm capable of pretty much anything I want, that I'm smart and that I don't need a man to look after me or complete me. He taught me not to put up with bullshit (allowing me to get out of a DV situation early rather than falling into the trap). He treated my mum and other women like they are people, not sex objects or personal assistants. Although he wasn't attached to my mum at the hip (they definitely had nights out with out each other) he was very much home and present when he finished work at the end of the day. Our favourite part of the day was always when dad came home so we (3 girls) could beat up dad, rough house, get piggy back rides and generally create chaos :) Above all we knew we were loved and that he was there for us.
I just wrote a similar post about good husband stories and then saw this post lol! I have an awesome husband who is my absolute best friend, awesome Dad to our 2 boys and most of all an awesome down to earth bloke who says it how it is! I couldn't imagine my life without him. Although some times he makes my life so hard And yeah we argue but that's life... Everyday is a new day. I hate how he leaves his dirty boxers beside the bed and wet towel on the floor, food crumbs everywhere.... I could go on... He's my husband and damn I'm proud!!
My hubby of 5 years (who was aldo my first boyfriend!) Is an amaziiing father to our 5 yo. He can cook, is a good provider, loves me uncondiotionally and most importantly is my best friend :)