Eulogy For Father

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Something that makes me very thankful for my father time and time again is that he has always held me to a very high standard. From a young age, he expected me to be honest, be obedient, use proper manners, and do my best regardless of the situation. It would be a lie to say that, particularly as a young child, there were not times that this expectation seemed a bit burdensome. However, what made it all worth it at the time was the result of aspiring to this standard. My dad showed me that when I stick to a set of standards and morals, most people I interact with will reciprocate the sentiment. He has always been honest with me, has never asked more of me than he knows I could handle, respects my input, and does his best to provide for me and the rest of my family. I did not fully understand or appreciate it at the time, but my dad was establishing within me a strong foundation that carries over to the adult world I will soon be completely immersed in. Now that I am old enough to realize the importance of the qualities that my dad has tried so hard to instill within me, I am very glad that he began to foster them while I was at a young age. …show more content…

The honest relationship that we have has caused a desire within me to be a person of integrity. I am very proud of my dad (and my mom) for putting in their best effort at work and at home. Not only does their hard work provide me and my siblings with a good childhood experience, it sustains a small business that is able to provide other people with the opportunity to do the same for their families. My parents’ example inspires me to take on the responsibility to do my best so that I may be able to provide a measure of service to my family and my community as they

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