H, bug.

Today is picture day at school.

Leading up to it, mom was unsure about what she should get you to wear.

But we agreed to narrow it down to two or three different we were alright with, and let you decide.

You chose a green t-shirt to wear under a pair of blue-jean overalls.

You looked perfect.

When I dropped you off at school, however, you look a little bit insecure.

(Mom stayed home with a sick K – and T.)

I couldn’t tell if you were in awe of all the fancy dressed and done up hair of your friends who are always in uniform – or if you were self-conscious about not being quite as dressed up as many of your classmates.

So I made a point to praise you.

After you dropped off all your supplies in your room, I got down on one knee to kiss you and tell you to have a great day.

You planted a big-ole kiss on my lips and I hugged you tight.

When I did, I told you that I “loved-loved-loved” your outfit and that I thought you were absolutely beautiful.

And you know what? You are.

I love you.

-Dad