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180 Thankful For My Dad Quotes and Messages

180 Thankful For My Dad Quotes and Messages

As Father’s Day approaches, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on the special role that fathers play in our lives, and these thankful for my dad quotes and messages can help you deliver the perfect “thank you Dad!”

From guiding us on the right path to providing us with unconditional love, dads are the backbone of the family. I am so grateful for my own Dad and the example he set for me as a child, and for my husband who is the absolute best example of a great man. Every day I feel fortunate that my children get to grow up with a Dad who loves being a dad and who stepped into the role with his whole self, ready to give, love, and lead.

In this post, we’ll be sharing a variety of heartfelt thank you messages and famous dad quotes to show just how much we appreciate the amazing dads in our lives. These messages are appropriate for Father’s Day, Dad’s birthday, or any other occasion, big or small, where you want to let Dad know how special he is.

30 Thankful For My Dad Quotes and Messages from Daughter

  1. Dad, thank you for being my first and greatest friend. I’m so lucky to have you in my life.
  2. You’ve always been there to support me, no matter what; your presence has been a comforting constant in my life. Thank you for being my rock.
  3. Dad, you are the reason I know how to love and be loved. Thank you for showing me the way.
  4. I may be daddy’s little girl, but I’ll always be grateful for the man you’ve become while raising me. Thank you for being my amazing dad.
  5. Thank you for all the sacrifices you’ve made for our family, Dad. I know it wasn’t always easy to be a Dad in addition to all the other roles you play. You are the definition of a great father.
  6. I’m so thankful for the values you’ve instilled in me, Dad. You’ve taught me to be strong, compassionate, and kind.
  7. Dad, thank you for always believing in me, even when I didn’t believe in myself. Your encouragement and steady love have guided me through many storms.
  8. You’ve been there for me through all the good times and the bad. You’ve loved me through my worst and celebrated me at my best. Thank you for being my loving dad.
  9. Dad, you’re the reason I know how to love unconditionally. Thank you for all the little things you’ve done that make my life so great.
  10. Thank you for always pushing me to be my best self, Dad. I wouldn’t be where I am today without you.
  11. Dad, I hope you know how much I appreciate all the hard work you do for our family. I see you coming home exhausted and beat down at times, and watch you still give me your time and love. You are an amazing father.
  12. From my first steps to my high school graduation, you’ve been there every step of the way. Thank you for being my guiding light, Dad.
  13. You may be an old man now, but to me, you’ll always be my hero. Thank you for being such a special person in my life.
  14. Thank you for being my guardian angel, Dad. I know you’re always looking out for me.
  15. I’m so grateful for the childhood memories we’ve made together, Dad. You are the core of my heart.
  16. Dad, thank you for being the best role model I could ever ask for. You’ve shown me how to be a good person and make the world a better place.
  17. Thank you for being my biggest supporter, Dad. Your love and encouragement mean everything to me.
  18. You’ve always been there to pick me up when I fall. Thank you for being my real strength, Dad.
  19. Dad, you are the best way I know how to define a great father. Thank you for being mine.
  20. Thank you for all the times you’ve made me laugh, Dad. You have a special way of brightening up my day.
  21. Dad, you are the most important person in my life. Thank you for always putting our family first.
  22. I’m so grateful for the little things you do every day, Dad. You make my life so much better.
  23. Thank you for being my father figure, Dad. I don’t know where I’d be without you.
  24. You’ve always been there to catch me when I fall. Thank you for being my guiding light, Dad.
  25. Dad, you are the reason I know what unconditional love feels like. Thank you for everything.
  26. Thank you for always being my rock, Dad. Your strength and resilience inspire me every day.
  27. I may be all grown up now, but I’ll always be daddy’s little girl. Thank you for being my wonderful dad.
  28. Dad, you’ve shown me what it means to be a good person and to live a meaningful life. Thank you for being my role model.
  29. You’ve always been there to share in my joy and to comfort me in my sorrow. Thank you for being my loving dad.
  30. Dad, there simply aren’t enough words to express how much I love and appreciate you. Thank you for everything you do.

30 Thankful For My Dad Quotes and Messages from Son

  1. Dad, I want you to know how much I appreciate all the sacrifices you made for our family. I know it isn’t easy being a man and a present, loving father. I love and appreciate you.
  2. Thank you for being my role model, my guide, and my best friend. You mean everything to me, Dad.
  3. I feel so lucky to have a father like you who is always there for me. I love you more than words can express.
  4. Whenever I think of you, my heart fills with gratitude and love. You have always been my biggest supporter, Dad.
  5. You have taught me the importance of hard work, honesty, and kindness. I am forever grateful for your guidance and love.
  6. I cannot thank you enough for all the love and support you have given me over the years. You are my superhero, Dad.
  7. I cherish all the memories we have shared together and look forward to making many more. Love you always, Dad.
  8. Your love and encouragement have made me the person I am today. Thank you for always believing in me, Dad, even when no one else did.
  9. You have always been my rock, my mentor, and my inspiration. I am blessed to have you as my father.
  10. I am grateful for the times we spend together, whether it’s fishing, watching a game, or just talking. I will always treasure the memories of our time spent together. Love you, Dad.
  11. Your guidance and wisdom have helped me navigate through life’s challenges. Thank you for always being there, Dad.
  12. You have given me so much love, support, and laughter throughout my life. I can’t imagine what I would do without you, Dad.
  13. You are the greatest dad in the world, and I am so proud to be your son. Love you more than you know.
  14. Your love, patience, and understanding have helped me grow into a better person. Thank you for everything, Dad.
  15. I admire your strength, your kindness, and your sense of humor. You are an amazing father, Dad.
  16. You have taught me how to be a good person, a good father, and a good human being. I am grateful for all your teachings, Dad.
  17. You are not just my dad, but also my best friend. I love you to the moon and back, Dad.
  18. Your unwavering love and support have given me the courage to pursue my dreams. Thank you for being my hero, Dad.
  19. I feel so blessed to have a father who is not only supportive but also genuinely interested in my life. Love you, Dad.
  20. Your love and encouragement have made me a better person in every way. Thank you for everything, Dad.
  21. I am grateful for all the lessons you have taught me, both big and small. You are an amazing father, Dad.
  22. I appreciate all the sacrifices you have made for our family, and I hope to be as selfless as you are one day. Love you, Dad.
  23. Your love has been a constant source of strength and comfort in my life. I am forever grateful for your presence, Dad.
  24. You have always been there to pick me up when I fall and celebrate my victories. Thank you for being the best dad in the world.
  25. Your love, kindness, and patience have inspired me to be a better person. I am proud to call you my father, Dad.
  26. I am grateful for all the moments, big and small, that we have shared together. You have always been the person I looked up to the most, and I love being your son.
  27. Your unwavering support and belief in me have helped me overcome all obstacles. Thank you for being my biggest cheerleader, Dad.
  28. I am blessed to have a father who is not only loving but also wise and compassionate. I have learned so much about life by watching you.

30 Thank You Messages for Dad From Wife

The chaos of motherhood often overwhelms our ability to survey the current state of things as they are, to slow down and give thanks for the ways everyone in our family contributes to our shared success and growth. I encourage you to take some time to express gratitude to your husband; I bet he’ll light up under your praise! If you are looking to express your love for your husband in a longer format than what I share below, check out my post on love letters and poems for your husband!

Additionally, if you’re working on a better relationship with yourself and your partner, I cannot recommend Tessa Romero highly enough. Her Mind Body Alignment podcast has been life-changing for me.

  1. To the most amazing dad in the world, thank you for being such a wonderful husband and father to our children.
  2. You are the reason our family is so strong and loving. Thank you for being the backbone of our family.
  3. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve made us laugh. Your sense of humor is one of the things I love most about you and I know our children love it too!
  4. Thank you for always being there for our children, no matter what. You are an amazing father and husband.
  5. You are the best thing that ever happened to our family. Thank you for being such a loving and devoted father.
  6. I’m so grateful for all the sacrifices you’ve made for our family. You truly are a great father and husband.
  7. Thank you for being my partner in life and my best friend. You make every day better.
  8. You are the reason our family is so full of love and happiness. Thank you for being such an amazing husband and father and providing so much stability and love for all of us to grow.
  9. I’m so grateful for all the little things you do every day to make our family’s life better. You truly are an amazing father.
  10. Thank you for always putting our family first. You are the backbone of our family and we love you so much.
  11. You are the most important person in our lives. Thank you for being such an amazing father and husband.
  12. I’m so grateful for the special bond you share with our children. You truly are an amazing dad.
  13. Thank you for always being there to support and encourage our children. You make such a difference in their lives.
  14. You are the reason our family is so full of joy and laughter. Thank you for being such a loving and devoted father.
  15. I’m so grateful for all the hard work you do for our family. You truly are the best father and husband a family could ask for.
  16. Thank you for always being there to listen and offer your support. You truly are an amazing husband and father.
  17. You are the reason our family is so close and connected. Thank you for being such a wonderful father and husband.
  18. I’m so thankful for all the happy memories we’ve made together as a family. You truly are an amazing dad.
  19. Thank you for always putting a smile on our faces. You light up our world!
  20. You are the core of our family. We are so lucky to have you in our lives.
  21. You make our family’s life so much better. Thank you for all the little things you do every day to make us happy.
  22. I’m so grateful for the special place you hold in our family’s heart. You are a remarkable father and husband.
  23. Thank you for being such a great role model to our children. You’ve taught them so much about what it means to be a good person.
  24. You are the reason our family is so full of love and warmth. Thank you for being such a loving and devoted father.
  25. I’m so grateful for all the sacrifices you’ve made for our family. You truly are a great father and husband.
  26. Thank you for always putting our family’s needs first. You are the backbone of our family and we love you so much.
  27. You are the reason our family is so strong and resilient. Thank you for being such an amazing father and husband.
  28. I’m so thankful for all the memories we’ve made together as a family. You truly are an amazing dad.
  29. Thank you for always being there to support and encourage our family. You make such a difference in our lives.
  30. Your presence in our lives is like a port in a storm. You always keep us anchored and safe when storms roll in, but release us to adventure, learn and grow when the conditions are stable. I appreciate the way you lovingly guide and protect our family.

30 Thankful For My Dad Quotes and Messages from Stepdaughter or Stepson

  1. To my amazing step-dad, thank you for being such a special part of my life. I am so grateful for you.
  2. You’ve shown me what it means to be loved unconditionally, Dad. Thank you for being such a great father figure.
  3. Thank you for accepting me into your life and treating me as your own. I never felt like an outsider because you always made me feel like a part of the family.
  4. Thank you for all the wisdom and guidance you’ve offered me over the years, Dad. You’ve helped shape me into the person I am today.
  5. Dad, you are the reason I know what it means to be a good person. Thank you for being my role model and my guiding light, even when you didn’t have to be.
  6. I’m so grateful for all the happy memories we’ve made together, Dad. You’ve truly become a special person in my life.
  7. Thank you for always listening to me, even when I’m being difficult. You always know just what to say to make me feel better.
  8. Dad, you are the reason our family is so full of love and happiness. Thank you for being such a great father figure. You mean the world to me.
  9. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve listened to me and offered your support. You truly are an amazing step-dad.
  10. Thank you for being a special part of my life, Dad. You’ve made such a difference in my life.
  11. Your love has helped me become the person I am today. I am so lucky to have you in my life.
  12. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve made me laugh, Dad. Your sense of humor is one of the things I love most about you.
  13. Thank you for always being there for me, no matter what. You truly are an amazing step-dad.
  14. Dad, you are the definition of a good father figure. Thank you for being such a great role model to me.
  15. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve lifted me up when I was feeling down. You truly are a great step-dad.
  16. Thank you for all the little things you do to show your love and support. You are an amazing step-dad.
  17. Dad, you’ve become a special part of my life and I’m so grateful for you. Thank you for being a great father figure.
  18. I’m so thankful for all the happy memories we’ve made together. My life would have been so much emptier without you in my life, stepping in as my dad to help guide me as I grew up.
  19. Thank you for all the guidance and support you’ve offered me. You truly are an amazing step-dad.
  20. Dad, you are the reason I feel so loved and supported. Thank you for being such a special part of our family.
  21. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve made our family’s life better. You are an amazing step-dad.
  22. Thank you for being a positive influence in my life. You are a great father figure to me.
  23. You have shown me what it means to be a true parent. Your unwavering dedication to our family is something I will always be grateful for.
  24. I’m so thankful for all the times you’ve been there to offer your love and support. You truly are an amazing step-dad.
  25. Thank you for being a role model to me Dad. You’ve taught me so much about what it means to be a good person.
  26. Your kindness and generosity have touched the lives of so many people, and I am honored to call you my step dad.
  27. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve shown me what it means to be loved and supported, Dad. You truly are an amazing stepdad.
  28. I appreciate all the little things you do that make our family special. From cooking dinner to taking us on adventures, you always make life fun.
  29. You have been a constant presence in my life, through good times and bad. Your love and support have helped me through some of my darkest moments.
  30. I can’t imagine my life without you. Thank you for being the best step dad a person could ask for. I love you.

30 Thankful For My Dad Quotes and Messages from Adopted Child

  1. Dad, thank you for choosing me to be your child. I’m so grateful for your love and support.
  2. I may not have your blood, but you’ve shown me what it means to be loved unconditionally. Thank you for being my dad.
  3. I’m so grateful for all the happy memories we’ve made together. You are an amazing father and I’m lucky to have you. I cannot imagine what my life would have been like if you hadn’t taken a chance on me.
  4. Thank you for being there for me, no matter what. You truly are a great dad and I’m so grateful for you.
  5. Dad, you’ve become such an important person in my life. Thank you for being my guardian angel through all the good and the bad.
  6. I’m so thankful for all the ways you’ve made my life better, Dad. You are the reason I feel loved and supported. You have given so much of yourself to me, and I am forever grateful.
  7. Thank you for showing me what it means to be a good person, Dad. You are an amazing father and I’m lucky to have you.
  8. Dad, you’ve taught me so much about what it means to be a good parent. Thank you for being my role model, because without you, I wouldn’t have had one.
  9. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve been there to offer your support and guidance, Dad. You truly are an amazing father.
  10. Thank you for being my dad. And not just any Dad, but MY dad. You are part of the fabric of my life and you are the best thing that ever happened to me.
  11. Dad, you’ve shown me what it means to be a part of a loving family. Thank you for being an amazing father figure to me and always showing up for me.
  12. I’m so thankful for all the times you’ve been there to offer your love and support. You truly are an amazing dad.
  13. Thank you for being patient and understanding with me, especially as you navigated the uncertain world of adoption. You’ve made a huge difference in my life.
  14. Dad, you are the reason I feel so loved and supported. Thank you for being such a wonderful father to me.
  15. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve been there to help me through difficult times. You truly are an amazing dad.
  16. Thank you for all the happy memories we’ve made together, Dad. I have such a special place in my heart for you.
  17. Dad, you’ve become such an important part of my life. Thank you for being my guiding light and my core.
  18. I’m so thankful for all the ways you’ve made my life better, Dad. You are truly an amazing father.
  19. Thank you for being a positive influence in my life, Dad. You’ve taught me so much about what it means to be a good person.
  20. Dad, you are the reason I know what it means to be loved unconditionally. Thank you for being my dad. Thank you for showing me what love is and how to be an amazing parent.
  21. I’m so grateful for all the times you’ve been there to listen and offer your support, Dad. You truly are an amazing father.
  22. Thank you for being patient with me, Dad. Your love and guidance has made all the difference in my life.
  23. Dad, you’ve shown me what it means to be a part of a loving family. Thank you for being such a great father figure to me.
  24. I’m so thankful for all the ways you’ve made my life better, Dad. You are truly an amazing dad.
  25. Thank you for being my dad, Dad. You are the best thing that ever happened to me.
  26. Dad, you are the reason I feel so loved and supported. Thank you for being such a wonderful father to me.
  27. I’m so grateful for all the happy memories we’ve made together, Dad. You are the reason I have such a special place in my heart for you.
  28. Thank you for being a positive influence in my life, Dad. You’ve taught me so much about what it means to be a good person.
  29. Dad, you’ve become such an important part of my life. Thank you for being my guiding light and my core.
  30. You took a chance on me. You turned your world upside down for me. I will never forget that bravery and that deep love. You are truly an amazing father.

30 Perfect Father’s Day Quotes For Dads

Father’s Day is such an important day of the year. Dads do so much work, day in and day out, to support their families. Sometimes it can be easy to overlook because the work Dads do is very different from the work Moms do! But they contribute in vital ways to the shaping of our children, the stability of our homes, and the strength of our family dynamic. Share some of these thankful for my dad quotes with your Dad (or husband) for Father’s Day as a special way to say “Happy Father’s Day” outside of just a greeting card.

  1. “A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as he meant to be.” – Frank A. Clark
  2. “To a father growing old nothing is dearer than a daughter.” – Euripides
  3. “The quality of a father can be seen in the goals, dreams and aspirations he sets not only for himself, but for his family.” – Reed Markham
  4. “A father is someone you look up to no matter how tall you grow.” – Unknown
  5. “One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters.” – George Herbert
  6. “A dad is someone who wants to catch you when you fall. Instead he picks you up, brushes you off and lets you try again.” – Unknown
  7. “A father’s love is unconditional, and his guidance is priceless.” – Unknown
  8. “My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.” – Jim Valvano
  9. “A father doesn’t tell you how to live; he lives, and lets you watch him do it.” – Clarence Budington Kelland
  10. “A father’s love is a foundation that lasts a lifetime.” – Unknown
  11. “A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way.” – Unknown
  12. “The greatest thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.” – Unknown
  13. “A father is a man who expects his children to be as good as he meant to be.” – Carol Coats
  14. “Being a father has been, without a doubt, my greatest source of achievement, pride, and inspiration.” – Barack Obama
  15. “A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” – Billy Graham
  16. “A father is someone who carries pictures where his money used to be.” – Unknown
  17. “Fatherhood is the best thing that ever happened to me. It’s the most challenging thing I’ve ever done, but it’s the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done.” – Dwayne Johnson
  18. “A dad is someone who wants to keep you from making mistakes, but instead lets you find your own way, even though his heart breaks in silence when you get hurt.” – Unknown
  19. “A father is a man who expects his son to be responsible, to be accountable and to be the best he can be.” – Unknown
  20. “Fatherhood is the best thing I ever did. It changes your perspective. You can write a book, you can make a movie, you can paint a painting, but having kids is really the most extraordinary thing I have taken on.” – Brad Pitt
  21. “A father is someone who loves you even when you don’t deserve it.” – Unknown
  22. “The only thing better than having you as my dad is my children having you as their grandpa.” – Unknown
  23. “A father is someone you never outgrow your need for.” – Unknown
  24. “I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection.” – Sigmund Freud
  25. “My dad is my hero. He’s been my biggest supporter and the real strength in my life.” – David Beckham
  26. “A father is someone who carries pictures in his wallet where his money used to be.” – Unknown
  27. “A dad is someone who holds you when you cry, scolds you when you break the rules, and shines with pride when you succeed.” – Unknown
  28. “A father’s love is a treasure that never fades.” – Unknown
  29. “A good father will leave his imprint on his daughter for the rest of her life.” – Dr. James Dobson
  30. “The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.” – Tim Russert

Giving Birthday Wishes to Dad – A Special Family Tradition

A tradition we have in our home is that on my husband’s birthday I have my children write down a favorite memory with their dad from the last year and an expression of love and gratitude as a way to give impactful birthday wishes. I am currently collecting these special notes this month, as my husband’s birthday is in April, so we are getting ready!

It ends up being so much more special than a Hallmark card! We save the messages year over year, and when Mike and I are old and gray, we’ll have these amazing notes of love and appreciation and memories to look over together when our kids are all grown up and off living their adult lives. Oh, and speaking of birthdays, if you’re looking for some really unusual and fun birthday ideas for your teens, I’ve got you covered!

I understand not everyone’s relationship with their dad is positive. If you are looking for some inspiration or healing words to help your Dad or to help heal your relationship with your Dad, spend some time reading through these Christian Mantras For Love and Healing.

The Important Role Dads Play

Dads play such an important role in our lives, and it’s important to let them know how much they are loved and appreciated. Good fathers provide love, support, and guidance that shape a child’s development and character. Fathers who are involved and present in their children’s lives help foster a sense of security and belonging, which contributes to their overall well-being. Good fathers also serve as positive role models, teaching important life skills and values such as responsibility, integrity, and respect.

Studies have shown that children who have good relationships with their fathers are more likely to have better mental health, academic performance, and social skills. Therefore, it is essential for fathers to take an active and engaged role in their children’s lives to help them grow into happy and successful adults. I hope these thankful for my dad quotes resonate with you and that you can put them to good use!

If the Dad in your life could use a boost of confidence (who couldn’t?), send him these powerful alpha male affirmations. He can pick a couple that resonate with him and repeat them throughout the day.

Whether you are a daughter, son, wife, step-daughter, step-son, or adopted child, there are so many different ways to say thank you to your dad for all that he has done for you. Use these messages and quotes as inspiration to find the right words to express your gratitude from the bottom of your heart. Whether it’s on Father’s Day, your dad’s birthday, a special occasion, or just a regular day, take the time to let your dad know how much he means to you with these thankful for my dad quotes.