Everyone told me. I heard the same message.  Holding your newborn grandson will be like nothing you have ever experienced.  One friend told me I would feel emotions that I did not know existed.  They were correct.  It is one of those things you will never forget.  But there was a surprise in the mix.

Watching my son be a dad left my speechless. He is assuming his paternal role with such grace and patience. He expertly comforts his son, as if he has been a dad for decades.  Where did he unearth such skill?  Is he just a natural?

There is nothing like watching your son be a father.  I had no idea. No one told me that would be a highlight of my life as a dad.  I was not prepared to be so overwhelmed with emotion.

I have secretly hoped for all three of my boys to experience some of the things I went through with them. I want them to stay up late and worry over their teenager.  I have thought about them paying for their raising more than once.  Those thoughts vanished this past week. I am just in quite a state.  I cannot get the image of my son gently rocking his newborn child out of my head.  

Julien, you are going to think your dad is not the brightest bulb on the strand at some point in your life.  Let this letter serve as a reminder.  Your dad is an outstanding man. He is a natural.  Fatherhood is something to grow into for many of us.  But your dad is not one of those guys.  Count your blessings Julien. You have a wonderful dad.  His integrity is unquestioned. I have known him for a long time now.  And I think he is a keeper.