Give all your children some love and validation, they deserve it.
You have brought me so many years of happiness, Dickie. I never though I would be a father. I figured I was too damaged a man to ever care for something so innocent as a child. It’s what I was told for years. You showed me and everyone else how wrong we were. You make me feel joyful and complete in a way no other person ever has. You’re my son and my hero. To the next fourteen years.
Your first birthday I spent alone, I prayed to every god I could think of that I could see your smile one last time. What I have been gifted is a million infinities more than I ever could have hoped for. I’ve watched you grow up into the strongest person I know. You’re fining happiness, and I am so proud to see the personyou have become. Catherine is watching over you, Jay, and I know she feels the same. No matter what comes next, you will always be my little boy.
Tim, you are worth so much more than you could ever be told. I adore your passion, wit, and artistry. I’m proud of you no matter what you do and I hope one day you can believe that. There is so much I won’t say publicly, so much I wonder if I can ever say at all. You are the person i look to in my darkest hours, the person I trust with my whole world, and the keeper of my heart. I love you, Timmy. You saved me.
Occasionally I get caught up in my own head and wonder if I regret the path I’ve taken. Then I think of you and that all fades away. Whatever mistakes I’ve made or wrongs I’ve committed, the end result has been you, my son. I would do it all over again, all of it, if it meant having you in my life, my Prince of Gotham.
I don’t tell you this nearly enough, but I love you. I rely on you for so much, from the smile you give me every morning to watching over your brothers when they can’t be bothered to make good decisions. Your spirit is as unbreakable as your place in this family. You are the most beautiful and talented young woman in the galaxy, Princess. Seeing you down is like watching a bird be locked away, while seeing you dance is the feeling of flying free. To you, my little girl, my daughter, 🤟
I look to you as my anchor, and for good reason. You keep my head below the clouds and never hesitate to call me on my bullshit. That’s not a stability I’ve had much in the past, yet I can’t imagine going without. You are a bright, funny, generous, and kind young man. There is such wisdom in you. I know I will never be your father, but I feel fine with that. Having you as part of my life, as my guiding light, is more than I could ever ask for. I am so very proud of you and love you so very much.
I’ve not been fair to you, Brad. It’s been difficult, but I want to be better. You are such a warm, passionate, and loving person. Your dedication to people is admirable and therein lies your real strength. I have very rarely encountered someone so willing to sacrifice for another person. The compassion and care you have for your friends and family is unparalleled. You are everything I could hope for and more. It’s truly a privilege to have you as a son.
You, darling, are an absolute joy. Every moment I spend with you makes my dad a little better. Your excitement and enthusiasm are infectious, your love for your siblings gratifying, and your compassion for those around you unmatchable. I love you, kiddo, more than I can ever say.
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