It took me awhile to post this. It is funny, the things we avoid while grieving. Writing these simple words are really a bit too much right now but I felt the need to honor him with just a note today....more later. At 88 years old, he had enjoyed a full life...but letting go is always hardest for those left behind.
He was Daddy, Dad, Father, Papa and then Big Papa to us as we grew up and as our families grew. But to me he has always been Daddy.
You are missed.
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Val- I started crying when you told me he wasn't going to get well. Katie and I were at the mall in the food court and my heart was aching for you, dear friend. I know your Dad was absolutely wonderful on every level as he raised the caring and lovely woman that I'm so blessed to be able to call my friend. I'm sending prayers and hugs to you and your while family, Sweetie. Love you.... Lori
Oh, I'm so sorry, Val. And yes, even though he lived a long, full life, it is still hard to have to say goodbye - you're never quite ready. Hugs, my sweet friend.
I am so sorry Miss Val. You are in my thoughts. No matter how old we are, our Father's are always Daddy!
So sorry for your loss, Val - actually you were on my mind yesterday, just thinking I hadn't seen a post from you for a wee while. Sending you lots of love & hugs at this sad time,
love Gilly
xx
I am so sorry for your loss. It's never easy to loose a parent. You just never think they will leave you.
I lost my Daddy 20 years ago he was only 62 and had just retired. My thoughts are with you and your family
For now it is just a short separation.
Remember the good things
Susan
So sorry Val for your loss. This was a sweet tribute to your daddy. Praying for comfort for you.
Love you Val :-)
You're in my thoughts and prayers.
My prayers are with you Val - you were blessed to have had such a wonderful father.
I am grieving with you...Kinda surprised, but this post just made me cry...the hardest part of living is losing the ones we love.....xoxoxoxox
So sorry to hear about your daddy's passing. Your post is very poignant. Blessings, Tammy
Val,
I have been sorry to hear about your great loss. (((Val))) My sincere condolences.
Hugs,
Birgit
Val,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. It's hard to lose someone you love.
Oh Val, I'm sorry. Your daddy. *sigh* Give yourself time and always remember how much he loved you.
Dearest Val,
Just landed here from Tammy's blog and I got right away drawn to your Dad's photo...
So sorry for this big loss! But as we grieve, we seem to sort out the fond memories which will remain with us forever. You now have another Angel you can call by name...
Hugs,
Mariette
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