A Utah father has epically taught his daughter an invaluable lesson: Daddy knows best.
Scott Mackintosh confronted his teenage daughter that dressing modestly may be a better look that her chosen short-shorts, a battle many fathers have faced when their little girls turn into young ladies.
When his daughter did not take his opinion into account, Mackintosh decided drastic measures must be taken. So the Utah dad turned his jeans into a pair of Daisy Duke shorts, allowing his wife to take photos and becoming one of the best dads ever.
"I was absolutely going for shock value and a little bit of embarrassment," Mackintosh told NBC.
The dad took to his family's blog to explain his actions:
I know the world has varying degrees of what is modest and what is not when it comes to clothing. In our family we have pretty definite modesty guidelines; No mid-drift or low-cut shirts, no short-shorts, short skirts and we even go as far as saying no sleeveless shirts unless playing sports or on the beach. Having raised four daughters and three sons, I'm a bit protective. Some may call me old fashion, but I call it "A Dad who loves his daughters" (and sons too) I know some of you may be rolling your eyes and that's okay, my daughter does it all the time.
I'm a firm believer that the way we dress sends messages about us, and it influences the way we and others act. (okay okay - I'm the first to admit I look like a redneck and I may say "crick" instead of "creek") But that's beside the point. My teenage daughter day after day continues to wear clothing that I, as her father, feel is inappropriate and immodest. Her mother and I feel the same about the importance of dressing modest.
Long story short, the photos went viral and Mackintosh's daughter finally listened to her father.
"I think she's just aware of my feelings. And sometimes, understanding your parent's feelings are important," the daddy told NBC.
Best. Dad. Ever.
