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    Aug. 2, 2007
    Tribute to my Dad

     Here is my tribute to my dad:

         Dad is my hero. He is my friend. He is my source of wisdom and guidance in tough and lonely times. He is my teacher, when I need help with school. He is my listener, when I need someone to talk to. He agrees with me, when no one else will. Ultimately, my dad is my dad. He is always there for me, and I want you to know how great he is.

          My dad is very smart. He went to the Naval Academy, and was in the service for five years after that. During that time he was married to a beautiful, Christian lady (my mom). He also went to seminary. When he finished his courses in the seminary, he became a pastor at a church in a small town in PA. By then my sister Hannah, and I had joined the family. We lived there for five years (during which my brothers were born). Dad noticed that there was a great need for Navy Chaplains, and began seriously considering and praying about joining back into the Navy as a chaplain. After much thought and prayer, we moved to a new state, where he joined the Navy and began working as a chaplain. On our first tour, he went on one deployment, and had a lot of other missions and work-ups. We are now on our second tour, and he has been on deployment once, and is getting ready to leave again in 6 weeks. The last two deployments were to the Middle East, but not in Iraq. He is going to be in Iraq for 7 months now, and we would appreciate prayer for his protection and safe return from Iraq. I don't know how we...I could live without him..

          He is very good at his job. He is patient, hard working, and sensitive to other people's needs. Even though his work schedule is very hetic and busy, he makes the best out of the time he has with us at home. He plays games with us, wrestles with the boys, listens to us play our music for him, helps mom with teaching us school, takes us on day trips, and is just the best dad ever! He can be so funny sometimes, but is also serious when it comes to teaching us how to grow in our relationship with the Lord. He has taught us so much about Jesus, and my mom and he were the ones who led me to the Lord. Dad is one of my best friends, which is really cool. My dad is special in so many ways, and I just want him to know how much I love him, and how much he means to me. God bless you dad, and God bless every one of you guys too! 

        Have a great day!

         Arya

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    Aug. 2, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by Anonymous
    Wow, it sounds like you have a great dad. As it says in the Word to never cease praying for the brethren, I'll be praying for you dad in his deployment to Iraq.

    Your brother in Christ, Matt--Eragon
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    Aug. 2, 2007 - Deployments

    Message Left by thescarletpimpernel
    I understand what it is like to have a father deployed. When I was very little and we lived in Florida, my father was deployed very often on aircraft carriers.

    This should be my father's last deployment if he doesn't pick up rank. This deployment has been one of the hardest we've gone through, but we are almost through!

    We'll be praying for your father. Have a good night!

    Sir Percy Blakeney
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    Aug. 2, 2007 - Hello!

    Message Left by Jocelyndixon
    Thank you for entering the contest! Woot! So glad you did, and what a wonderful entry you wrote!

    Your dad sounds like a great guy! Thanks again!

    Love,
    Jocelyn

    Ps. I saw the comment you recently left on the Challenge blog and I just thought I would say... agreed! and you were awesome in the way you worded everything! From one "challenger" to another!
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    Aug. 2, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by magg93
    Sounds like your father is a great man of God. Our fathers are very much alike, except mine is not a naval chaplain. You are truly blessed!
    In Christ,
    Maggie
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    Aug. 3, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by BlogBoy
    Thanks for your entry Arya! Make sure to comment on Paul's blog, Jocelyn's and Amanda's. Looks like great tribute.

    Eric Novak

    http://www.ericnovak.com
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    Aug. 3, 2007 - <i>Untitled Comment</i>

    Message Left by baruch117
    I also know what's it's like to not have a dad for months on end. But at least there is a few ways to keep in contact via a phone call or e-mail. Have a great day and God bless!--!

    --Matt--Eragon

    Edited by baruch117 on Aug. 3, 2007 at 7:14 AM
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    Aug. 3, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by haffgrim
    Your dad sounds Like a good dad! Where did you get your Icon?
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    Message Left by ForeverConfused
    wow you are really blessed with an awesome dad
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    Aug. 4, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by Jo
    Wow, it sounds like your dad is truly a great guy. Luved the post.

    :::Jo:::
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    Aug. 4, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by Anonymous
    Hey Arya ,
    I haven't spoken with you in so long. Everytime you call I'm not home because we are so busy... does that give you any clues? Great blog ! My mom sent me your link and this website seems pretty neat! Give me a call if you can figure it out....
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    Aug. 5, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by 01charger
    Hello~ i added you to my friends list! Hope we can be friends!
    Ashley
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    Aug. 10, 2007 - Untitled Comment

    Message Left by DarthYxpu
    Wow!
    Great!

    Thanks for entering the contest.

    That's an awesome entry.

    Well done!
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    Aug. 13, 2007 - Lovely...

    Message Left by ChristsInstrument
    It's so nice to hear of young women who have great relationships with their Dads. I do too! Keep it up!

    God bless,
    Sheila
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    Aug. 20, 2007 - Arya,

    Message Left by SuperAngel
    I am happy to announce that you are one of the winners for the "The Tribute To My Dad" contest!! CONGRATULATIONS!!
    Your Tribute was a real, sincere, loving, and great tribute to your father. God has blessed you beyond measure with such a great dad. I am sure your dad is very blessed to have you as his daughter.
    Congrats again. Thank you for your submission.
    Come by my blog for the rest of the winners, and what you won, plus a special prize. ; )
    As Always,
    SuperAngel Amanda
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    Aug. 21, 2007 - CONGRATS!

    Message Left by Jocelyndixon
    Congratulations on winning the Tribute contest! Your entry was awesome!

    And, to answer your question... yes, I would love to be friends! Thanks! I will add you to my friends!

    ttyl

    Jocelyn
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    Aug. 23, 2007 - To Pick up your prize:

    Message Left by SuperAngel
    Please email me at mjdixon@kconline.com to claim your Tribute Prize. Please put Tribute Prize in the subject.
    As Always...
    SuperAngel Amanda
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    Who I Am and What I Believe

      My name is Arya and I am a daughter of the King of Kings. I have been a Christian from the age of four and was led to the Lord by my parents. I believe in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit and that Jesus Christ came down to earth to die for our sins and that He rose again from the dead and is now sitting at the right hand of God the Father. I have confessed my sins and asked Jesus into my heart, and now look forward to living in heaven with Him for eternity. I am now 15 years old, and I praise God for His merciful kindness in allowing me to be born into a Christian family who serves the Lord. My dad is a Navy Chaplain, and has been on three deployments in the last 3 years. My mom is a stay-at-home mom who homeschools us kids and keeps things running at our house. I have three siblings and 6 pets. I love music, and have been playing the violin for 2 years and the piano for 8 1/2 years. I am in 9th grade, and love History and Reading. Crocheting, reading, cooking, and music are among my favorite pastimes. I hope that my blog strengthens and encourages you and look forward to hearing from you. God bless you all.

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