You’ve always been my hero, but my kids have elevated you to SUPER HERO status. I decided to list the facts for them as proof.
Why David Kling is a Super Hero Dad . . .
- When you were a mere mortal young man, you and your dog were struck by lightening. Maybe this was the start that gave you the super human powers you would go on to use, later in life.
- Once I saw you give CPR to a dog and save it’s life.
- On one of many band trips to Florida, a student got caught in a rip tide. You not only pulled the student out of the water, but also the lifeguard on duty. I remember thinking “Wow, my Dad is a hero!”
- Super heroes must not need much sleep. I remember when I was little, you would work all day on a Friday, then likely play a dance job that night. The next morning, I’d be chomping at the bit to wake you up and play. I’m sure you were exhausted, but you always gave me a big smile and a snuggle. I always knew you were glad to see me.
- You built your own house. My kids talk about having you help them build their houses when they grow up. Better be ready.
- Without panic, I watched you put out a few scary flue fires in the house. Also, once a bat flew out of the fireplace into the house. I remember you catching it and putting it outside. Dad to the rescue!
- I’ve watched you take command of a room of 200+ students, make them pay attention, learn and have fun doing it. Super heroes often have many fans. You have taught and inspired hundreds of people over the years. Definite proof.
- You are not only strong physically, but have always been my pillar of strength and support throughout my life. Like a super hero, you’ve rescued me from more than one sticky situation. When I have a major life decision, I always feel better after talking it through with you.
- You exposed Sara and I to the gift of music. We played at band practices, musical rehersals, and watched you work hard to learn new music and teach it to others. I hope I can inspire my own kids in some similar way.
- You’ve never gotten mad at me when I’ve called you at 1:00 am because I wanted you to hear a song from the epic concert I was seeing.
- You taught me to swim, ride a bike, play trombone, catch a pop fly, make a sling shot, build a fire, drive a stick shift, navigate an Oktoberfest and much more. More important than any of these, you always encouraged me to work hard, be creative and enjoy life.
- The last fact that definitely proves your super hero status, is that both my kids when they were barely talking, would call this action figure of Aquaman “Paw Paw”, because they think it looks like you. Kids can be very intuitive about spotting super heros!
On top of all this you are a kind, loving, understanding man that I love very much. You have such a positive outlook and love for life. I love this photo above of you doing the bump with Sara and me. It reminds me of how much I love to hang out with you.
Happy Father’s Day Dad. I wish I could be there to give you a big hug in person. I love you so much!
Love,
Emily