This is my Dad.
Dear Dad,
Today, I noticed your old, outdated tie...that yellow one that looks like an illustration of pre-tourist Bahamas. I wondered why you were wearing it, because you really do have lots of newer ties. Then, I realized that it's Father's day today, and that tie was Grandpas.
Thanks for being so cooky, and for thinking up all the schemes that made growing up in the Petersen house everything it was- 10-foot forts in the living room, lego towers that touched the ceiling, remote-control helicopters. Rides in the kid seat on the back of your bike, laffy taffys from the gas station...new additions to the house. Surprise pets. Computer repairs. An eternal diet of fried potatoes and bachelor's delight. And...you know. All that other stuff.
Love you.
Elise
