"You should always know even though my children and myself are not your blood kids, I will forever consider you my Daddy.
Thanks for picking up with that responsibility when others tossed me to the side. I Love you very much and am very proud to call you my Father.
We wish your Happy Birthday today is blessed and that all of your Birthday wishes come true!!!"
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