My mind is in a fog right now.
I have been blessed for 52 years with a daddy who would do anything for me. He loved me even when I didn't deserve it. He supported me as I grew up and taught me how to work and make decisions on my own. He showed tough love when necessary and then showed forth an outpouring of kindness afterwards. He laughed at my stupid jokes and antics and came to all my events as I was growing up. He traveled miles and miles to visit me over the years, in college and after I got married. He slipped a few dollars into my hand when he knew I didn't have any of my own money to spend. He taught me about forgiving and not holding a grudge. He has been one of my heroes ever since I can remember. He is slow to anger, and I have never, ever heard him say one curse word. He is the best daddy and best example I could have ever asked for.
The time is getting near that my family won't have him here on this earth anymore. He's not doing very well and I know that I will miss him terribly. He hasn't been his old self the past couple years but I still remember him how he used to be. Strong, talented, thoughtful, helpful, healthy, smiling, quiet, and loving.
I have been truly blessed by a loving Heavenly Father to have given me such a special earthly father. He is the best EVER. I only wish all my grandkids would have the chance to get to know him like I do.
I love you, Daddy.
Daddy at our last family reunion in June 2008, Ruidoso, NM.
7 comments:
I'm so sorry to hear about your father. We are always our daddy's little girl, aren't we?
I still remember when your folks visited in Holbrook and he was making all the fun whirly gigs out of aluminum cans. Even Mariah remembers them. they were both fun to be around.
You are in my prayers and I am so glad that you have a great hubby to be with you right now and the gospel.
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. He sounds like he was an amazing Dad to you. I pray that you will have peace in your heart knowing that your Dad is going to be with his Heavenly Father soon.
Beautifully said...I know so much of what you're feeling.
Much love to you & your family.
Grandaddy passed away on Wednesday, January 5, at 1:20 P.M.Texas time. We were on our way out to say our good byes, but we only got as far as Springerville when we got the call that he has passed on. The funeral and spending time with family was a wonderful experience. We will truly miss having this fantastic man in our lives, but his legacy lives on. If We can be half the man he was, we will have it made. jim
He is so cute, what a chunk! Gotta love a red head!
Kristen Self
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My computer has been down so I didn't get to comment on your recent posts. I'm thankful for Facebook though. I didn't know your parents well but when I did see them they were such sweet people and seemed to truly LOVE each other. I know your dad was a good because he raised you! You are amazing and have been such a good example to me over the years and as they say, "the apple doesnt' fall far from the tree." In your case this is true.
My prayers are still with you and always will be. So very sorry for the loss of your loving earthly father.
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