Life to Her Years

365. Grandparents are a link to her past and a constant source of love and support for her future. Let her spend time with them.

354. Fatherhood is a front-loaded endeavor. Your favorite team, your career, your TV, and your hobbies will always be there. Your daughter, on the other hand, will eventually move out. Prioritize your time.

351. If she ever invites you to join her inside a space that was clearly never meant to be shared with a person of your size, find a way to make it work. She may not always be so eager to invite you inside her world.

344. Tell her you love her not because she’s smart or kind or fun or beautiful. Tell her you love her because she’s your daughter and there’s no one else like her in the entire world.

319. Give her a bucket and a water sprinkler and she’ll play outside for hours. Swimsuit optional.