![]() Margaret Mead once wrote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. We fought for new laws to be passed across the United States starting with Reegan’s Rule in North Carolina for diabetes awareness and more recently, we fight for the cost of Insulin prices to be fair so EVERYONE can have access. I created and (with a mom from Texas) created to help advocate and spread the word about how others could help. Door after door opened as we continued to advocate for those living with this disease and my passion became an 80-100 hour week concentration to make a difference. My mantra of “just don’t do nothing” became my guiding light. When my 2nd child (daughter) was diagnosed with diabetes at age 3 in 1992, and then my youngest (son) would be diagnosed at age 13 in 2009, I could not sit idly by and not try to help. Our greatest joy comes from watching our children thrive. Although this will look different depending on what stage of life they are in, you are always their dad.” It doesn’t mean that you always agree with them, but they know that you are there to love them and care for them in the best and healthiest way that you know-how. “To be a father means that no matter how young or old you are, you are always there for your kids. Fatherhood is the pathway for boys to become men and to raise above themselves and achieve their greatest potential.” ![]() They are to provide for the needs of their spouses and family. They are to protect their family from dangers. Fathers should preside as equal partners with their spouses in the home. They are willing to sacrifice their own comfort for the comfort of their family. “Fathers put others’ needs before their own. I took a step back from my straight-lined career trajectory and tidied up my life so I could be more present with my children, be emotionally available, and focus on what really matters.” “Fatherhood has transformed my outlook on life, my hopes and dreams for the future, and how I want to spend my time. Becoming a father is one of the most important and fulfilling jobs in the world, and once you have experienced it, there’s nothing that can compare.įor Father’s Day this year, Mom’s Choice reached out to dad bloggers to ask them the very important question: “What does it mean to be a father?” Keep reading to discover all of their responses that are sure to pull on your heartstrings and make you want to celebrate Father’s Day every day! Fathers play such an important role in a child’s life, providing an abundance of love, support, and involvement. ![]() What is fatherhood? What does it mean to be a father? It is impossible to answer these questions in just one way.
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