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** Happy Father's day!

No, that is not me in the picture...but I just wanted to take a moment and wish everyone a Happy Father's Day. It happens only once a year but it should be thought of every day. A few of my friends have raised their kids and it is not an easy task. It takes alot of hard work, discipline, and the dedication and love put into watching them grow up is quite remarkable.

No, it is not a typo. :) It is Mother's Day but I realized that there are some fathers out there who raise their kids themselves. In a way, they are categorized as "mothers" as well. I see that they have done a good job at it too which impresses me.

Again, this goes out to all those Single parent (whether mom or dad) who have raised kids themselves. You're an inspiration to us all.

So, have a Happy Father's Mother's Day!

Posted by Jim Quinn - North Orange County Real Estate on 05/11/2008 02:58 PM

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10 Comments on ** Happy Father's day!

Jim, I totally get this, after being raised by my mom I once took her to Bermuda for Father's Day!

05/11/2008 03:08 PM

by Kathy Fisher Lexington's ePRO Realtor (RE/MAX Unlimited)

Jim- That is very thoughtful of you to include those fathers who are raising their children in single parent households.

05/11/2008 03:08 PM

by Nestor & Katerina Gasset Realtors® Wellington Florida Luxury Homes (International Properties and Investments, Inc.)

Aww, what a sweet post. It's so true some people are the Mom and the Dad. :)

05/11/2008 03:31 PM

by Baton Rouge & Denham Springs Relocation Lindsay Pendleton, e-PRO, REW, AHWD (Prime Properties)

That's why there is Father's Day. What about single moms? Do they get recognized on "Father's Day?" I don't think so...and there are a lot more single moms than there are single dads.

05/11/2008 03:36 PM

by Denise O'Dell ~ CA Mobile Notary/Loan Signer/REALTOR® (SANTA CLARITA MOBILE NOTARY)

Kathy, celebrating mother on father's day is great!

05/11/2008 03:41 PM

by Jim Quinn - North Orange County Real Estate (Century 21)

Nestor, I believe it goes both ways. There are single moms raising kids so they are also consider "father'. It is probably a challenging task but these individuals are super human.

05/11/2008 03:43 PM

by Jim Quinn - North Orange County Real Estate (Century 21)

Lindsay, very well put. :)

05/11/2008 03:44 PM

by Jim Quinn - North Orange County Real Estate (Century 21)

Denise, thanks for your input. Generally speaking, I believe those single parents (male or female) do amazing work and I admire them for their ability. Getting the recognition part is up to the individuals. As long as the individual recognizes it, I think that is all that matters. These days (whether Mother or Father's Day) should be recognized daily...not just once a year. We should not wait until this day to celebrate. It should be celebrated daily. Have a good one! :)

05/11/2008 03:52 PM

by Jim Quinn - North Orange County Real Estate (Century 21)

I was raised by a single mom, but I recognize the gesture here. Besides, I have seen the "Momsense" song so many times today, it's nice to have a change of pace.

05/11/2008 04:34 PM

by Jason Crouch, Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (Austin Texas Homes, LLC)

Jason, you must have a very wonderful mom. Raising kids single handedly is quite a feat.

PS. What is the "momsense" song?

05/11/2008 05:54 PM

by Jim Quinn - North Orange County Real Estate (Century 21)

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