My Dad is Pretty Awesome

I have the best dad in the world. Really, I do. I have such great memories growing up with my dad. He worked a lot and traveled a lot but the time that he was home, I felt he was very intentional to spend time with my brother and I. I remember going on dates with him, working on projects with him and going on trips with him. He has always been supportive and protective of me AND is my biggest help when I come up with random projects that I want to do. Like our girl's amazing kitchen or my dumpster dresser :)
Well, so many times on Pinterest or DIY shows/magazines, I've seen countertops over front loading washers and dryers. I've wanted one so bad! Our washer and dryer are literally right inside the door when you are coming in from the garage so it's a natural landing zone. The problem is, when the washer is on, it vibrates so much that everything falls off. Such a pain. So a couple months ago I sent my dad a picture of one that I liked and asked if he thought we could build one. My dad is a technology guru, he runs huge data centers and works on computers all day long, but secretly he has a black belt in woodworking. Much to my surprise, shortly after sending the picture, he was at my house taking measurements. He's the best :)
I know he spent hours in his 'workshop' up in Prescott measuring, cutting wood, sanding, painting, etc and came over this past weekend with the most amazing counter for my laundry room. It's more than I could ask for, I was seriously fine with a piece of MDF screwed on 4 2x4's. But he made tapered legs, a farmhouse-like pieced countertop, and a lip all around so my things won't fall off. It's absolutely amazing and even better that he made it just for me :)
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