Happy Father’s Day

My dad, Elmer Helm!  I feel incredibly lucky to be his daughter. His strength, integrity, and steady presence have shaped so much of who I am. He has always led by example through quiet kindness, sense of humour, and a deep commitment to family and his community. The older I get, the more I appreciate the foundation he gave me and the values he continues to live by. There is something special about reflecting on all the ways a father’s influence shows up in your life long after childhood.
I'm grateful for my husband, whose love and dedication to our family are felt every day. Today I'm thinking of all fathers, grandfathers, great grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who show up in ways both big and small, often quietly, always meaningfully, and leave a lasting imprint on the hearts and lives of the people they love. And a special thought for those fathers no longer with us, carried in memories and missed especially today. Happy Father’s Day.