So honored to have the support and blessings of @daddydressedmebymg : “I am aware of the stereotypes, the statistics and recognize the negative narrative that surrounds black men and fatherhood. I have never subscribed to any of it. I always knew I could and would become a great father. I am a proud black Dad, and YES, I matter. I have value, my presence makes a difference and my child loves and needs me. The smile on her face when I walk in a room, the trust she has in knowing I am here for her and how many times she says she loves me within a day; all reminders of how much I matter to her. The calls and text I get when she’s gone, the thank you’s for everything I do and the positive encouragement we give each other; confirmation that this Black Dad Matters. Nothing can make me feel anything different without my permission.” —- Thank you @blackmensmile for the sweatshirts. Please check out the story behind the design, created by a 10 year old who knows the value of his father. —- For full blog post, please visit link in their Bio! * * #blackmensmile #blackdadsmatter #daddydressedmebymichaelgardner #blackfathers #daddydaughterlove #thedadgang https://www.instagram.com/p/CJFchM_gUzr/?igshid=15f6o9f5gbbz7
