Sorry, all other dads around the world.
But Tom Sullivan has done it.
A resident of Tacoma, Washington and the father of an 18-year old daughter named Meg, Tom has already earned himself the 2017 Father of the Year award.
Read the following story and you"ll quickly understand why…
1. This is the Note That Turned Tom Into a Viral Hero
But what made it so special? Let’s go back in time to find out, shall we?
2. From Age 5 Through Age 18…
Meg didn’t just have oranges placed in her lunch. She has oranges peeled by her dad placed in her lunch.
3. The Full Note
When Meg opened her lunch on the final day of high school, this was what the note said in full. It was time for her to learn on her own.
4. A Long-Time Bond Between Father and Daughter
“I thought it was just going to be a letter saying ‘Happy last day of school!’ or something, so when I opened it I couldn’t help but smile,” said Meg upon sharing the note on social media.
5. So Very Bittersweet
Added Meg of the gesture and the motivation behind it: “I’m his last kiddo leaving for college this year, and you can tell he’s really really sad about it.”
6. Quite a Tribute
Adds Meg: “He has always gone above and beyond and is easily the cutest and most caring man I’ll ever know.”