Who is your Father?

We had a great celebration for Father's Day yesterday.  I took my hubby out to breakfast at a local restaurant before church.  Unfortunately, we did not make it to church.  The place was packed, and it took at least half an hour to get our food.  By the time we were served and finished eating, it was about half an hour past time for church, so we went to the store to get stuff for our cookout. 

We came home and the kids and I gave him our cards and gifts, and then he and I cuddled up and took a little nap on the couch.  Later, we did a little cleaning, and cooking/preparation for the dinner. 

We boiled chicken, marinated the ribs with a Paula Deen dry rub, and later started them in the crock pot before moving to the grill.

We made shortcakes

Baked beans (Very easy, and a big hit)

2 cans of Bush's baked beans

1 c. brown sugar

1 cup of water

1 cup ketchup

and LOTS of bacon! 

My Mom brought the potato salad

Hubby was in charge of the grill  :)

Love that man! 

Love this one too!  Dad's helper! 

Umm yeah, for those of you who noticed, the mustard fell out of the refrigerator and was duct taped. 

Yummy asparagus!

The watermelon was Perfect!  Sweet and juicy!

The only thing missing is the amazing ribs my hubby made, and the asparagus, keeping warm on the grill.  It was a great meal!



With great company! 

My parents

My sons, daughter in law, and nephew

and let's not forget the new grandbaby! 

Wyatt with his Great Grandma, my Mom

The boys had fun jumping bikes on their homemade ramps

Dessert was amazing!

Homemade shortcakes

Strawberries and ice cream!  Yum!

A little Cool whip to top it off! 

We had a great day, but I understand the sad truth that many of you may not have a Dad to celebrate with.  Some have gone ahead of us and are watching over us from heaven.  Yet others have absent fathers, broken relationships, etc...  You may be a Mom who has to fill in as Dad to your children.  Regardless of your situation, I want you to know that you have a Father in heaven who loves and adores you, and wants you to cuddle up in his lap, and rest in His arms. 

He is the Father to the fatherless. (Psalm 68:5)

I'd also encourage you to fill in the gap for those without fathers.  Do you know a hurting child, one whose Dad is absent emotionally or physically?  It's easy for parents to be "too busy"  Maybe your family could invite them to be a part of your life.  Pray for them, invite them to church.  Encourage them and build them up with kind words. 

Here is a great article on making a difference.  http://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/faith/essentials/reaching-out/will-you-make-a-difference-in-the-life-of-a-child

Blessings!

Tammy