Why Max's Dad is Awesome
Kyle is an amazing dad, which doesn't surprise me at all. I knew he was going to be amazing when he first started hanging around with my niece & nephew, Kaila & Stephen. He might have been a little shy with most of my family when we started dating, but he won those two over right away. There was even a time when Kaila called him "Prince Kyle" and would literally wipe his mouth if I kissed him because she just loved him so much and didn't like sharing him. So, while him being an awesome dad doesn't surprise me, it does overwhelm me with pride and joy multiples times every day. Max adores him & I totally get it- I do too.
Buddies. (Kyle sent me this photo once while I was at the gym and my heart nearly exploded.)
Unfortunately, we are spending Kyle's second Father's Day apart. (Max & I are at a close friend's wedding & Kyle couldn't come because of his work schedule, so hopefully he's golfing or surfing or taking a nap right now and we will continue to celebrate his awesomeness when we get home!) Anyways, I wanted to brag on him a little because he deserves it and because the world needs a little more happiness. So, here are some reasons why Max's Dad is awesome:
He works so, so hard.
Kyle is 27 years old (Yep, I'm older than my hubby) & more successful than I could have ever dreamed to be. I am constantly amazed and impressed by his diligence and work ethic. He does not simply work 8-5, but puts in extra hours when he needs to. He isn't satisfied with just getting by, but is always pushing himself to learn more, sell more, talk to more people and grow in his job. He's had the opportunity to change jobs within his company quite a few times. This would terrify me, but he faces each new challenge head on and works hard to master his new job. Kyle is technically a millennial, but he does not act like one. He works hard and doesn't expect anything just because he thinks he deserves it. He actually works hard, so he does deserve it. Max is so fortunate to be his son because he will grow up having an excellent example of determination, diligence and excellent work ethic. Kyle also works so hard so that he can provide for Max and me. Money is by no means the ultimate sign of success, but because of how hard Kyle works, he is able to financially take care of all three of us. I always dreamed of being a stay-at-home mom, but didn't know when or if I would be able to do it. Because of Kyle, Max & I get to spend all day, every day together.
This is Kyle saying goodbye to Max before heading off for a business trip & I am behind the camera drowning in tears because of the way they're looking at each other. #allthehearteyes
He knows a lot of things.
Not to brag, but I would consider myself a pretty smart person. If I'm being honest though, Kyle is way, way smarter. Just don't ask him to spell something. Thankfully, I can act as his spell-checker even if it's a word he should definitely know. (Like drawer. He asked me how to spell drawer the other day. HA!) Anyways, I'm so thankful that I married him because he is knowledgeable about so many things that I know little or nothing about. Some things he knows are super random and seemingly useless, like a ridiculous amount of sports trivia, but some things are incredibly vital and help better our lives on a daily basis. Max will hopefully get the best of both his parents and be able to spell and know and remember all the things we both teach him.
He's like really funny.
Kyle makes Max and I laugh all the time. He tells the best corny dad jokes. He rattles off movie and TV quotes with perfect timing. Sometimes I don't know he's quoting something and I just think he came up with it on his own and am thoroughly impressed. He teases me in the best way possible. He even makes me laugh when I'm annoyed or mad at him, which is probably one reason we hardly fight. He gets the best giggles out of Max by tickling him, playing with him and being so silly. He makes what could be ordinary days or activities fun just by being himself. Max and I are so lucky to have a guy in our life that is always making us happy.
He adores Max and is constantly telling him so.
Kyle is by no means a sensitive or emotional person. He is a typical guy and sometimes I have to explain or teach him how to talk about his feelings. Ha! I don't have to teach him how to be a great dad to Max though. He loves him and tells him so multiple times a day. He's constantly telling Max how handsome he is, how fun he is, how much he likes him, etc. He encourages him when he does something great or smart or funny. It is so important for kids to grow up hearing how much they are loved and I know Max is blessed in that way. He will never wonder if he is loved by his father which is such an amazing gift.
He's athletic.
Kyle loves sports. He loves watching them, playing them, talking about them, etc. Max and Kyle love playing basketball, having a catch and playing golf together. It's the cutest thing to watch them bonding in this way. I can keep up for now and will probably be more talented than Max for a couple more years, but soon- Max and his dad will be leaving me in the dust. I'm so glad that Max has an athletic dad who will keep him active, healthy and having fun outside!
He's an incredible husband.
The first step to being a good dad is being a good husband. Kyle is an awesome husband and we have a great marriage. It is by no means perfect, but we love each other a lot, support each other and make a great, strong team. I always know that he's on my side and will always be there for me and vice versa. It is so beneficial for children to grow up in a loving home with a mom and dad and Max is very fortunate to have a dad that is committed to his family. He will also grow up with a great role model for how to treat a woman and how to be a respectful and loving man. We are always talking to Max about being a gentleman and he has a great example to look to as he grows up. By supporting me and loving me, it also allows me to be a better mom for Max. I'm with Max and "in charge of him" most of the time, but Kyle is great about giving me breaks when I need it. When we were on our honeymoon, everyone kept repeating the saying- "Happy Wife, Happy Life" and I think it's so true. It goes one step further now to, "Happy Wife, Happy Life, Happy Baby." (Sorry it doesn't rhyme!)
I am thankful for Kyle every day of my life and I know Max is too. He's an incredible, loving, hard-working man who takes great care of the two of us. We are forever grateful that he's ours and know that we are quite lucky to have him. If Max could form complete sentences, I know he would agree with everything I've said and more.
Kyle, we love you so much. Happy Father's Day & thanks for being awesome! - Sam & Max