Watering the garden

Watering the garden

This poem reminds me how much my Father has cultivated everything in my life, fostering growth deep down in my soul. His character and moral fiber have turned me into a strong man with a caring spirit. As a biology teacher and coach, my Dad inspired students and athletes (including myself) on a daily basis, pushing them to reach their full potential. With everything that he has been through, he continues to maintain a positive attitude and a level-headed determination that I truly admire. When he was in his early 30’s, he had a horrible bout with ulcer of colitis and had to have his large intestine surgically removed and wear a colostomy bag. However, he did not let this life altering event change him one iota and has since run numerous marathons (including the Boston Marathon, twice), won Montana Coach of the Year in Track & Field, and just last year, was nominated Montana Teacher of the Year and went to Washington DC to meet the President. I am very proud of my father and humbly aspire to greatness everyday, just as he taught me.