My dad has been a detective with the San Antonio Police Department for 23 years. Though my dad has NEVER put work before his children, a career in law enforcement can be quite taxing on any kind of personal relationship. These past 4 years our relationship has been stronger than ever and I am beyond grateful for it. He made it a point to be here when Rogan was born just as he did with Harper.
A few days after we got to come home from the hospital, my dad and I decided to take Harper fishing for a few hours. Despite the scorching heat, we did catch quite a few catfish and even a couple of bass. Watching my dad and my daughter fishing together is almost surreal. She is growing up so fast and I am glad he is a part of her life.
One of my many sabbatical goals is to spend as much time as I can helping my 4 year old daughter adjust to life with a baby brother. With that being said, she has needed very little assistance from me or Kaela. Rogan is 11 days old and Harper has already shown a tremendous amount of compassion for “her baby”. She has learned how to make a bottle, locate and deliver a pacifier, pack a diaper bag, and has assisted in the changing of 2 diapers. Kaela and I agreed that she has done so well and we decided to suprise her with a trip to the movies.
The 2 biggest take aways of the first week for me have been:
1. Although it might not be what I WANT to hear, my dad will always tell me what I need to hear. I am beyond grateful for his sound advice.
2. Just like her mother, my daughter has a heart of gold.
-Zack