He taught me:

• to respect the way men think, instead of trying to change it--just work with it.
• that I am beautiful.
• that honour is the most valuable thing we have, so protect it.
• to always be aware of what is going on around me.
• that our life is what we make it.
• that responsibility and freedom have a direct relationship.
• how to punch (not like a girl).
• how to change the oil in my car.
• how to change a flat tire.
• how to make chili.
• how to make decisions.
• where my priorities should be.
• how to fight fair.
• how to tie knots.
• to be proud of my identity as a woman.

Thanks, Dad.

He taught me:

• to love myself.
• that I am more beautiful than I think I am.
• that I am needed.
• how to get around on a computer.
• to be more patient.
• how to manage finances.
• to worry less.
• to be more flexible.
• to pack lighter.
  
• how to paint a room.
• how to handle myself in a foreign culture.
  
• that I am loved.

Thanks, Jason.

You are both amazing men. Thank you for being part of my life.