Father's Day can be a little difficult for some of us 💖So remember, it's just another Sunday.

18 Jun 2023 · 1 min

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In this brief spoken message, the speaker acknowledges that Father's Day can be painful for many people—fathers who have lost a child, those estranged from their children or their own fathers, and individuals who grew up without a father. She offers empathy, stating she sees and feels for those struggling, and reminds listeners that the day is “just another Sunday.” Drawing from her own experience of a single‑parent upbringing, she validates feelings of missing traditional father‑daughter moments. She then expands the notion of family, encouraging listeners to recognize their “spiritual family” and the men who have stepped into father‑like roles—foster parents, mentors, or supportive friends. The speaker expresses deep gratitude for these influences, affirms that everyone is loved and “light,” and closes with a heartfelt wish for an amazing Sunday.

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I know that Father's Day can be a little difficult for some of you out there, whether if you're a dad and you've lost a child, maybe you have some estranged children, or maybe you're estranged from your own father or didn't grow up with one. So I would love to just acknowledge you and say, you know what, this is just another Sunday. It's just another day. And if this is a hard day for you and you're struggling, I see you. I feel you. My heart goes out to you. Having grown up with a single parent myself, I know how difficult that can be. to, um, you know, wish that you had those daddy-daughter dances or wish that you had that parent there with you. But just know that you are loved and that if you look around, I guarantee you there are people out there that are your spiritual family. You know, I have so many incredible men in my life today that have stepped up, have fulfilled that role, have been amazing, incredible influences in my life. And I'm so grateful for all of you For those of you out there, if you are a father, if you are fatherless, if you've lost a child, if you are a foster parent, if you are a man who stepped up and is fulfilling that role, just know that you are loved, you are light. And for those who are— wish I had a father to call— just know that you do have a spiritual family. You have people all around you. So I love you, I honor you, I see you. Have an amazing Sunday.