Some days, being a father means laughter at the dinner table. Other days, it means listening to silence, respecting space, or waiting until she’s ready to share. It’s not always easy. But it is always worth it.
In the end, fatherhood is not about bloodlines. It is about love, commitment, and consistency. It’s about the daily choice to stand beside a child and say: “You matter. You’re safe. I’m here.”
I didn’t just step into her life by chance. I step into it every day by choice. And the greatest gift is knowing she chooses me too.