Dear Young Fathers

I know. You are scared. You are confused. You don't even know what being a father really means.

You will figure out. You will make mistakes. And you will forget her birthday and feel terrible. But does anyone remember their third birthday?

Let me tell you a little bit about my girl.

You see, she's grown up now and it's been hard for me. I remember when I had to tie her shoes and change her diapers, (Don't miss that too much :)) but then she started teaching me about life.

I know I don't talk about it too much but she really changed my life. I was a very young man when I had her. 16. It changed everything. I was so nervous. I didn't think I could be a father. Hell, I didn't know how to pay taxes. But when she was born, and I looked into her eyes, I knew I could do it.

I knew right there that I would do anything for her. No matter what came up, I would fight through it. Even when her mother, my wife, had some issues I'll go into in another post, we persevered.

I'm so proud of the woman she's become. She is a freelance designer and while I may be a little biased, I humbly think she is one of the best artists in the world. No exaggeration.

If you're going to be a new father, be ready. Be brave. And if you're having a daughter, be prepared to play princess tea time at least once a week.