In this deeply personal episode, I read a letter to the man who stepped up and became the father I never had. He wasn’t bound to me by blood, but by love, sacrifice, and countless memories that shaped who I am today. From late nights on the baseball field to life lessons in the garden, he taught me the value of hard work, respect, and resilience. This episode is a tribute to the man who showed up when no one else did—and who continues to inspire me every day.

If someone in your life changed the course of your story, take a moment to let them know. This one’s for the real ones.