Happy Birthday Dad!

This post is dedicated to my Dad on his birthday! I got to talk to him this morning & it sounds like they have a fun, relaxing day planned.

I told him that I would enjoy Italy on this Sunday afternoon in honor of him. We are going to an evening church service & then to a festival of paper lanterns this evening. I am missing him, and the rest of my family today - but I am also extremely mindful of the blessings that I am experiencing here because of their love and support.

This summer, I got to work with my Dad - and it was the perfect way to spend my few months at home in Fishers. I was able to learn a lot about the nonprofit sector, as well as grow my understanding and appreciation for what my Dad does for a living.  He is a financial planner, but more specifically he is dedicated to helping people to realize their potential for giving. He is a man who knows what it means to be a servant for the Lord, and he lives out his faith very strongly in his daily life.

Thank you for teaching me so much this summer Dad, and of course for the chance to come to Italy. Heaven knows this wasn't the most affordable option in life - but it is rich, fulfilling, and extremely exciting to live in a foreign country for a few months.

Here's to you Dad - the kindest, funniest, most hard working person that I know!

Enjoy your day & know that I'll be thinking of you!

Buon Compleanno! (happy birthday!)