Even without the religious significance behind it, a Godparent isn't just a role someone takes on for a day and leaves the responsibilities behind. Yes, of course a Godfather has certain religious 'duties' as we'll call them, but to be a Godfather is to be so much more than just to make sure their Godchild is being brought up with Faith front and center of their choices. The relationship between a Godfather and Godchild is a special, and unique, bond. Sure, many times it's going to be a family member that asks you to step up to the plate and help guide their child throughout life, but a lot of times there isn't a blood relationship between a Godfather and Godchild. Why Is A Godfather So Special?As I mentioned above, a lot of times a Godparent will be someone who isn't related to the family or the child. I think that's the perfect way to highlight why a Godfather is, in fact, so special and significant in a child's life. Godfathers aren't just handed the title like that of an Uncle. If your sister has a baby, you're automatically filling the role of Uncle whether you like it or not. But as a Godfather you aren't just automatically given that title when a baby is born. Godfathers are chosen, and to go along with my poem, they're chosen with love. They're figures that are going to be around, or hopefully be around, throughout your child's entire life - not just those first few years. That's why it's so important to choose a Godfather who you trust. Who you know will be there for your child, even if the relationship between the two of you frays somewhere down the road. Celebrate Your Godfather On Any OccassionThere are a plethora of ways to ask someone to be a Godfather to your child, or even gift ideas to mark the occasion. But a Godfather doesn't stop being important just because a child turns a certain age.
So whether you're celebrating your Godfather's birthday and want to give him a meaningful gift idea or you just want to say thank you to that special man in your life for always being there for you, a Godfather is someone who deserves meaningful gifts, too. xx- jen
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