Happy Women's day - Dad

I woke up this morning and wished my father a very happy women's day.Why?, because my dad is a firm believer of the strength of women power.He has always been a champion of this cause.I was born in the early sixties, when women were still regarded as secondary to men.My grandmother had beaten her chest and bemoaned the fact that I was a girl child and a second girl of the family , at that. That instant itself my dad had named me Lucky.He had asked her to leave the hospital and never refer to me as bad luck.

I was Lucky for him and he adored me.He got a raise and a promotion coinciding with my birthday.He loved me and my sister and made sure we were not discriminated against.I remember growing up in this household, where we were treated like precious and intelligent beings, whose ideas were appreciated and welcome.We were taught to respect ourselves and others.Never to be afraid of anything or anybody.I remember my mother nearly had a heart attack when my dad told us, if someone teases you or tries to act fresh with you, punch him in the face and make sure he regrets his actions.Women are to be revered and respected.

My father could never tolerate any woman being ill-treated, so many times he came to the rescue of young women who were being harassed. My mother used to be scared going out with him, because the moment he would see someone troubling any girl, my dad would be there rescuing her and in the process make enemies.He wasn't afraid and would tell my mom, imagine this girl is your daughter ,wouldn't you want someone to help her?.This was and is my great dad.I love him so much.Today is his second month anniversary.He left us all and has gone to a much better place and I am sure he has made that place heaven just by being there. miss you and love you lots.

Your ever-loving daughter
LUCKY