My dad would have been 66 today! Boy do I miss him! He died 15 years ago this August (so 14.5 years ago). He was the most amazing man and dad! It breaks my heart to think of all that he has missed in my life (or really that I have missed not having him here for). He missed me getting my Masters - but he was here for me graduating high school and college. He missed me getting married - but he was there for my first date. He missed all my kids being born - but he was there when I was born (even though from the stories, he almost missed it). He missed all my kids birthdays - but was there for the first 24 of my birthdays. The list could go on and on - he has missed a lot but was still there for so much! And I am so grateful for the time I had with him and all that he taught me. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about him and wish he was still here. I love you daddy!
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9 years ago
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He raised a great daughter! It's going to be really interesting in the next life to find out how much of a part those who have already passed really played in our lives. Like you said, in reality, we're the ones who miss their presence.
Super sweet thought and a nice way to look at things. Even though he wasn't there for so much in person, you know he was there in spirit looking down. So, he really did see it all (but I know it is not the same). I hope your day is full of comfort and peace as you remember your dad. You are wonderful!!!
This is a great perspective. Thank you for reminding me of this in my daily grief. He was there for so much....best dad ever.
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