Daddy Love...

it's different than Mama Love...

Oh sure, there are some things in common with both-you'll get kisses. bedtime prayers. reminders to brush your teeth. hugs.

but Mom would never do this:

and she doesn't twist your legs into pretzel shapes, nor tickle your feet until you scream through the laughter "Mercy! Mercy!"and though Mom also has big sweaty feet? she would never stick them over your open mouth to teach you a lesson on how to respectfully address your elders....

Nor are her arms long enough to scoop up two boys at a time and do a Hulk Hug...

It's a good thing we have a dedicated Daddy around here, to fill those vital areas!