Happy Father's Day -- The Lady Tiger Way!

LASONDRA BARRETT: I would like to wish my father, David Barrett, a Happy Fathers Day!!!! He has taught me many life lessons that I use now and will use in the future.  He always taught me to stand for something or fall for nothing. He's educated me on many things from history to cooking. My dad was the first to put a basketball in my hand and get me started on my basketball journey.  Also, with the help of my mom he encouraged me when he saw my potential at the age of 10.  My dad is and has always been a great father that was there for me through the good and bad times.  The best part about him is he tells me what I need to hear instead of what I want to hear.  I love my dad with all my heart and again Happy Fathers Day to all Fathers!!!!

 KATHERINE GRAHAM: As fathers day approaches and I reflect on all the things my dad has done for my family and a few characteristics come to mind are a supporter, motivator, friend, but most importantly a mentor. Growing up in Birmingham during the Civil Rights movement, my dad was determined to create a better future for his family. A lot of the life lessons he has learned and shared with me is a result of his parents and what they instilled in him. First of all he is a Christian that was raised in the church and taught that the most important priorities in life are God first, and family second. When many see my father they see a large man of statue, that can be intimidating, however being a daddy's girl I see the kind, gentle side and can see past the intimidating exterior. Others may feel he is a man of very few words, however when talking with me we can talk for hours. During my freshman year of high school my dad would drop me off, and also pick me up after basketball practice. These were "our" times to spend together without interruptions. I would ask a simply question, and receive many life lessons about finance, school, and life decisions. My father may not realize this but he has set the standard EXTREMELY high for my husband. He does whatever he can for my family, and is always there to support myself as well as my brother. There is no way to estimate how much money my parents have spent traveling to football games for my brother and up and down the highways to come visit me or to catch a game or two. My dad is one person that can understand me without having to say a word. Sometimes our conversations last a while and other times they don't, but each time I see him, get a text before each game, or just hear his voice I know I have all his love, support, and I am very appreciative for a man like him in my life. I know he is probably reading this right now with a smile on his face and I want to just say thank you and I love you much!

 P.S. Thank you mother, I love you too! Lol

 DESTINI HUGHES: When I think about my dad, I think of a big...big...teddy bear! lol...I say that because my dad can look and be real intimidating sometimes, but he's really just a big softy. My dad is a high school basketball coach, and he actually coached me when I was growing up. From the outside looking in, it would appear that my dad was really hard and tough on me...and I'm not denying that he wasn't because that's one of the reasons why I'm so disciplined in my work ethic now. But what most people didn't see behind that big bark of his, was the compassion, love, and encouragement that he gave me each and every day. I have to give credit to my mom as well because on the days he was really hard on me, she always had my back :) (thanks mama!). I'm actually a daddy's girl (still am too)...off the court I loved hanging out with my dad! Even though he can be a little corny at times, I see where I get my goofiness from. Well actually my mom is a little goofy too so never mind. But anyway, I just want to wish my daddy a Happy Father's Day and I'm glad God blessed me with such an awesome dad! Love you!

 P.S. I love you too mama! :)

 

Posted by Bob Starkey