11. Out in the Open

This is my father. He's been taking care of me for as long as I can remember. I have no words to really express how greatful and thankful I am that God has given him us in my life. He's the best father I can ever ask for. He is the father I hope my future husband would be life. Christ like. So patient and kind. So forgiving. And most of all loving. Even though I'm not his biological daughter.

Today, my mom finally told me who my real dad was. Not the one on the picture. The one on the picture is the man who raised me. He was the first man to love me. Aside from my grandpa Alex. (R.I.P)

I feel like God has prepped me up for this for the longest time. Growing up I was so hurt because I didn't know why I could never connect with my dad. I felt alone because I didn't feel like I belonged. Now, after everything I've been through, I'm okay. I just realized I have more family. Remember a few months back when I went to Temecula for my mom's friend's daughter's 18th party? Turns out they're my family. My mom's friend is my aunt and her kids are my cousins. They've been so nice to me. I didn't know why. Now I do.

After so many years the truth finally came out. Now I feel great.

I love you dad. You'll always be my father. Blood or not, you loved me as your own. So ladies, take a moment and hug your dad. He's trying and he loves you. And God also loves you.