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I Lost My Father

On May 29th I lost my lifelong hero, my first and always love. Heaven has gained an intelligent, caring, slightly mischievous new resident. My father loved his wife, his children, his grandchildren, his friends and his former students. He taught me that learning was crucial, personal growth was necessary, laughter really is the best medicine, strength can be cultivated, faith can grow and kindness was to be expected. He told me there's nothing you can't do and he believed it! My daddy believed in me. He gave me unconditional love and acceptance. The earth's a darker place without his light but heaven's a little brighter.
I love you daddy, I'll try to make you proud and I'll keep you close until we meet again.

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There's an emptiness that never quite goes away. It's been 19 years since my Dad died(while I was laying in the bed next to him) But there's also something else that never goes away. He is in me. I know he would be proud of me(despite my failures--especially of late) and he would be so very proud of how my kids have turned out. That, to me; is the true measure of a man. Knock me down for my faults and weaknesses and mistakes. I don't care. I am immensely proud of the character of my (now young adult) children. Because of them; because of what my Dad-and Mom-have instilled in me and I passed onto my kids; nothing can make my life a failure now. I don't know if you have kids, but if you do; I'm guessing you've followed in your Dad's footsteps. And so, he will never be far from you. Just step outside at night and look at the stars. Sounds silly, but it's what I do and it makes me realize He's still with me. (my child when young-not long after my Dad died; saw a shooting star and exclaimed..LOOK!! THERE"S POP_POP!) Best of wishes to you. Don't mourn his death for too long; you'll serve him better by celebrating his life, and it seems you are on the right path with that now.

Flutterby9812 · 56-60, F

Thank you. That was beautiful.