Today, we are wishing a very Happy Birthday to our incredible friend, my ex-husband, and the father of my first two children – Derek.
Our family wouldn?t be the same without you, and I hope you know how grateful we are to have you in our lives. Truly, life wouldn?t be near as much fun for Cashy and Ruby without their ?Uncle Dekle?.
Thanks for helping to keep our family grounded, even amongst all of the crazy curveballs that we throw at you most of the time ?. And thanks for being a great friend to me and Chris.
You?ve been quite the example to me (and to many others) during these years post-divorce. It?s been eye-opening to see how much you care about not only the kids’ happiness, but about mine and Chris? too. People reading this would be amazed to know that when times get tough for me and Chris, YOU are usually the one that reminds me of what is most important, and encourages me to (drop my ego and) ?fix it?. I don?t know one other ex-husband like that ?. I really don?t.
If there were more parents out there that could follow your lead, this world would be a better place. Thank you for loving our kids and loving our family, and supporting us in all that we do, even when it?s not easy. We appreciate you more than you might know.
We love you, Derek!!
Love,
All of us
53 Responses
Sounds like a truly awesome dude. Many blessings to Derek and then P Pack. Way to raise those children around the love they deserve. Happy birthday too!!!!
All the adults, and especially the kids, are so blessed! This will make all the difference in their childhoods, but even more, their adult lives. Such a wonderful example of what is really important! Bless you all and Happy Birthday Derek!
LOVE THIS!!!
Wow! Amazing and Awesome! What an excellent example of a man! So well written Heidi!
I love hearing stories like this where parents put the kids first after a divorce. Good for your family, I am sure the kids live a much fuller life having peace among the adults of the family. Keep up the good work.
This is truly amazing and beautiful. Happy Birthday Derek. You are an extraordinary man. I wish my ex was half the man you are. Best wishes to an amazing family 🙂
My ex husband and I have the same relatuonship! It’s great! Couldn’t picture my life without him… Our job is our child and than to each other to maintain a healthy life for all!
Wow…truly amazing tribute…it speaks volumes as to the caring kind person Heidi and Chris are
You make me see that if good things go in my body then good things will come out. You are all truly amazing role models. Thanks for always keeping me grounded.
My ex husband and I have the exact same relationship. We share 3 boys together, and he is not only an amazing father, but an amazing friend as well. Nobody understands how we could remain friends after our divorce, but it was all about our children. If more parents could do that, I think our children would be much better off!