My second Father's day

Luis reading a book to Jace

"The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them" (Proverbs 20:7)

(Note on the verse above: I included this verse not because I am perfect, 'cause I am not. But to remind myself to aim to be the best I should be to be able to bless my child)

Last year I was so much in awe, excited and overwhelmed by the fact that I was holding my child on my arms for the first time (on my first "real" father's day); that I didn't have any chance to write down my feelings, happenings and emotions as a new dad. So, now I finally got the opportunity to write and share them with you, on this father's day celebration.

Few days after my Jace was born, a co-worker told me: "in my culture, now that you have a child and have new responsibilities, you are considered a complete man".

Yes, I can see and feel that in my soul. When I see my whole family, I feel complete.

Jace First Birthday

Holding Jace

My first year as a dad:

This year has been the most rewarding year for me. Those long nights with short sleep didn't bother me. Or having to change his diapers, no matter how bad, hasn't bother me either (although some times I was pretty close to end up throwing up). There has been no task or responsibility as a dad, that I would give up.

To see my little miracle growing, learning his surroundings, laughing, playing with me, being held by his mom, and nurture by all his grandparents, has been the closest I can be to Heaven. I love it so much.