Ok, here's the deal. Don't ask my wife if she knows about the electronic picture frame I bought today. And don't tell her that I bought an electronic picture frame today. If my instructions are not clear let me know and I will attempt to articulate them in a more precise manner. I went to the store to buy a few things this morning. Double and triple A batteries, toilet paper some chips, etc. Well, while there I just did a little window shopping. I've been eyeing these electronic picture frames for a few years now. I never think to ask for one as a Christmas gift. Plus, they are a little pricey to expect someone to purchase one as a gift. Anyway, I decided it was time to spring for one. An 8 incher to be exact. I really like it. My son noticed it when he came in and commented that he liked it too. So anyway, I think my wife will like it as well and if she doesn't then that's just too bad. Too bad for me that is, cause I'll be taking it back. I really think she'll be ok with it but I need to be the one to break the news so I refer you to the opening sentences of my blog today. As far as New Years days go this one has been pretty low key. My daughter headed to a short work day early then headed to Texas to meet up with my wife at her fathers house. My son worked today so I was home much of the day by myself. Don't worry, I wasn't scared. I've done this on several occasions though none in my recent life. Watched a little tv, took a nap, ate some taco soup for lunch and sausage and eggs for supper. A quiet day all in all. A good day to contemplate my daughter's statement that she was glad I was her dad. I never know how to respond to something like that. The shortcomings I have exhibited in my attempt at fathering seem so blatantly obvious to me and yet with God filling in all the potholes in my road to being a father my daughter is grateful for me. I'm so glad my daughter has turned her life around and is now looking to her Saviour for strength and guidance day to day. I guess the secret to being a good father is having a good Heavenly Father. Lord, I'm thankful you are my Heavenly Daddy.
