1. Because of him, I learned to respect different religions.
2. Because of him, I learned the value of education.
3. Because of him, I learned to be open minded.
4. Because of him, I learned to be goal oriented.
5. Because of him, I learned that cooking is an art.
6. Because of him, I learned to swim to survive.
7. Because of him, I learned different sports.
8. Because of him, I learned the importance of sportsmanship.
9. Because of him, I learned to value friendship.
10. Because of him, I learned that life is temporary.
These teachings have contributed to my being because of him.
Today, I celebrate the birthday of the man that I will always honor, the father that I adore.
Though death made us apart, but his love will always be in my heart.
M A R I T H E R 