Serving as a larger-than-life role model, a boyfriend-screener, and an all-knowing confidant, Dad always has the best advice and a comforting shoulder to lean on.
2. Dad's Taking Out the Trash…Again
Dad gets stuck with chores no one else wants - he mows the lawn, takes out the garbage, walks the dog, and shovels the snow. If that's not enough, he's also the handyman and official spider-killer.
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3. He's Ready for a Good TimeEven when Mom refuses, Dad will join you on the scariest roller coaster, in the creepiest haunted house, or down the steepest ski slope - and love every minute of it.
4. The Father of the BrideDad is always by your side, and never prouder than on your wedding day.
5. Dad Is Your Number One FanNobody thinks you're smarter, more beautiful, or funnier than your dad. Well, maybe your mom, but it's a pretty close tie.
6. He Can't Say No
Dad let you eat ice cream for breakfast, stay up an extra hour, and keep that puppy you brought home.
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No matter what adult responsibilities are on your shoulders, Dad is there to rescue you, a comfort you appreciate at any age.
8. He Believes in You
Dad gave you the confidence to be your own person, to reach for the stars, and to never take no for an answer.
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Dad wouldn't just take you to the baseball game - he'd make sure your glove got autographed, too.
10. Dad Lets Mom Have the Rest of the YearThe recognition usually goes to Mom, but Dad is always happy to give her the spotlight.
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