My Classmates Teased Me for Being a Pastor’s Daughter Until My Graduation Speech Changed Everything

to have to say it that way,” he said into my hair.

“I know, Dad.”

“But I’m glad you said it, honey.”

I leaned back to look at him. “Yeah?”

“I would have preferred a slightly less dramatic blood pressure experience,” he said, “but yes.”

I laughed, the kind that comes out from an unexpected place and surprises both of you, and people nearby turned to look,continue reading …