Well, I finally made it through a weekend that I have been dreading for 18 years, my daughter's senior prom.  When the day came, al of the nerves seemed to give way to feelings of joy.  This was a special day for her, and the smile on her face will be etched in my mind forever. It served as one more reminder that my little girl was growing up. AND I STILL AM NOT SOLD ON IT 100%!  However, this is't about me, its about the fine young lady that my daughter has become. I am so proud of her, and it seems the older she gets, the more the things my dad told me makes sense.  It's funny how that works.

To my daughter, Natasha: I want you to never forget how much you are loved, and how blessed I am to have you as my daughter.This is going to be a year of endings, and of new beginnings. You are about to graduate high school, visit Europe and begin college.  There are going to be times that you feel alone, but you never will be.  I hope all of your dreams come true!  -Dad