Thursday, February 02, 2006

A Real Dad

My daughter, Jayme, has had 2 "dads" who let her down--abandoned her, abused her. When Emerson and I got married she was 15 and was done calling anyone "Dad". She and Emerson have faced off on many occasions over various things, but he really is the only dad who is truly a "Dad" to her--who cares about her like a dad should.

Jayme and Neal have been going through many trials as of late. Last night, Emerson called Jayme just to encourage her. I happened to be sitting next to him, listening to his end of the conversation. He expressed his concern and his love for them--especially for her. He offered some good advice. And then,unsure of what to say and wanting to say the right things to her, he sort of stuttered and stammered a bit--but the emotion, the love, the care was obvious in his voice.

I talked to Jayme briefly after he ended his conversation with her. "Mom", she said, "Emerson was the SWEETEST ever!! He was trying to be a good Dad & he did it!!" The emotion and pleasure in her voice was as obvious as the love had been in his. That was a HUGE statement for her to make to me. I am very proud of Emerson, and I love him even more today than I did yesterday!!

Funny, it happens that way every day!

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

i'm so happy for you, emerson and jayme. this is one breakthrough for your family.

God bless.

Nunzia said...

As I prepare to be a stepmom, this gives me a lot of encouragement.

Curious Servant said...

That is sweet.

I want to thank you for your kind words on my blog. God bless.

I'll post again on Sunday.

Lazy Daisy said...

Ahh, what a good guy you married!

Corry said...

Joyce, that is wonderful! Growing up an only child, with no father (he died before I was even 2 yrs old), I know what a void that leaves.
I am so grateful for y'all. God blessed y'all and I pray He will continue.

God's Grace.

Lazy Daisy said...

Writers block or not...If I'm coming to visit...I need something to read! Hint, hint,

Jenny said...

So awesome. I have missed so much being gone for a week! **hugs**