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last night was an evening of special memories for my middle daughter and me. it was the annual daddy-daughter dance in my city. it is the first one of these events we have attended and it was also the first such event i have ever attended. about 350 dads along with thier daughters gathered at the local convention center for pictures, refreshments, and dancing. to be truthful i was not looking foreard to this event. i knew that i would be tired from a very long day and week at work, and that more than likely it was going to be a typical texas sappy, tacky, event filled with texans. well, i was right on both counts. but, there was something that happend to me when i saw my daughters eyes light up as we enter into the hall. it was as if she had entered Cinderella ball. i saw that this was the most terrific thing she had ever experienced. the disco ball, teh spotlights, and the dj. i've seen way to many of these and this was here first time. it was a truly magical moment, for in an instant i went from blah to bedazzled. we got some punch, from the coolest fountain my daughter told me. we sat down for a minute and then i asked her if she wanted to dance. she said she wanted to, but really didn't know how to dance. i told her that it was easy and that all she had to do was have a good time and move. we went out and danced to a few songs. then there was a slow song and as i held my little girl in my arms i couldn't help but think that this was a very special night. we danced and danced the evening away. oh, all the favorites were there. the chicken dance, the YMCA, and the electric slide. a twist competition, and as the night progressed the music got better or maybe it was just that i was having a wonderfull time with my daughter. i have three daughters and i try to spend quality time with each one. it's hard. last night was great and i look forward to many many more of these nights. the best part was after she got ready for bed, tucked her in, and said our nightly prayers, my daughter said "dad, you know i think i'll remeber this night for the rest of my life." i know i will.
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