Greeting Cards

Father's day was pleasant for our family. Even if I lost my husband's father's day card...ooppss!

Well, I realized I need to start a new business.

That would b a realistic, or as some may say disfunctional, greeting card series.

Now I know this sounds like a joke, but I don't intend it that way. And I'm not talking about some passive-aggressive humor card. It's just that so many of us have baggage and there aren't any card that say-- You f****d up, but your getting better and so am I. Or a card that says, gee if you were around more, maybe we could be closer. Let me give you a few examples. A personal example or two. And hey, if you want me to write you a card, drop me a line and explain the situation. I've been through it all so I'm sure I can get it right.

#1 Your dad was a real screw up, and now that your grown up he has straightened his act up, but he is still distant. You love him and you want him to be a part of your life, but you're use to him not being there.

The Card (does anyone know an artist? I can't draw so if you can, or know some one who can let me know. We could collaborate!)

fathered day gives me a chance to tell you,
I'm happy who you are today, and even thought it hasn't always been this way.
Today, between you and me, I'm proud to call you dad.

#2 Step dad and father's day-- some kids still see their "real" dads and so if you don't say step dad they feel they are cheating on their real dad.

To say step dad seems funny to me. I know I have a real dad, but you're always there and always loving me. Thanks for not trying to take the place of my dad, and thanks for being such a great roll model and a member of our family. I'm proud to call you by your name. And happy that when I do, you answer with care, concern and love

#3 Getting away from father's day-- how about the sisters who don't get along.

We don't always see eye to eye. As a matter of fact I have a hard time remembering when we ever did, but no matter -- whether we agree or not, I'm your sister and I love you.

#4 Let's pick on mom
Mom, thank you for having the strength to know when to say you need help. By letting me go, you gave me life in abundance.

So-- I guess I just should be glad there is a computer that prints on card stock-- but really, the sappy cards just don't cut it with me.

We need to be kind, but shit, we need to be honest. Who knows, some day my kids may write...

Mom, the dance class gave me grace, the music class gave me balance and stright A's gave me a scholarship. But mom, did you ever think I did it all for your approval? Mom? Do you approve?