This is a sad day for our family. This marks the day that 3 years ago my dad passed away. He is missed each and every single day and I think about him ALL the time. He was an amazing man. Intelligent, giving, caring, loving, and always had a joke at hand. He had a passion for cooking, which I especially miss. I wish so much I could ask his advice when I am diligently working in the kitchen trying to have the same passion....still not there quite yet. He was so great at shopping. He had a talent for finding the best deals and would spend Sunday afternoons clipping coupons! I think about all our great times and feel so sad that my kids will not know him in this life. I think about the rough patches as well and how much it helped me to grow, but still makes my heart ache. What a battle it was for all of us. The disease. The illness. Alcoholism. Frustration. Anger. Pain. Hurt. Hope. But, ultimately LOVE made it all better. Time can heal and it has for me. I am comforted with the knowledge that there is a plan. What a blessing it is to know that I will see him again one day. Until then, I will just keep on missing him...
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What a beautiful post Linds. I wish you would have reminded me that today was the day when I talked to you earlier, I would have loved to have been a listening ear if you needed one. I was just thinking about this the other day strangely enough and how amazed I was at how well you have adjusted. You really are such an example of how to continue living your life while keeping his spirit alive.
I remember when this all happened. I really do think that Macie helped you through it all. She's your little angel for sure! You are such a great example and you amaze me! Love ya girly!
Thanks for this post Lins. It really is amazing how, somehow you are carried through it, but I think your little girl was an angel for you too. It's always hard when the day comes around though. It's like you just kind of play through your mind all that was going on at all times that day, and you almost feel like you can't breathe, to think of how you were feeling at that moment. You're a strong girl and thanks for your story and example. I'm thinking of you...
(By the way, Im posting as Vera but this is Britney....Im on my mom's computer and dont want to rewrite this as me:)Lindsay, I want you to know that I really njoyedknowing your dad. I also think he was a wonderful man and he raised a beautiful and intelligent daughter. I admire your strength and courage. YOu are right about the "disease." It is so tough and we are alllucky to have learned the things we have learned to hopefully better our own lives and our children's lives. I love you,hon!!!
Hi Lindsay, I can't imagine how hard it is to lose one of your parents. Your definitely in my thoughts and prayers!
Linds, it's me Kourtney Dalley. I hope you are doing okay and that things will get easier in the future. I would be so lost if I were you, you are one amazing and strong person. I hope you are well. Check out me and my fam @ www.dalleyclan.blogspot.com
I can't beleive it has been three years, but then I remember the craziness of you coming home with bran new baby Macie and then turning around to deal with this loss. I totally agree with Allison's comment. Your little Macie girl came at just the right time for you. My heart still aches for you!
You said everything I feel. Thank you for being the brave one to write about it. It does not make it easy for us here that he left behind, but it is a comfort to also know that he is now out of pain from the disease. I love ya and am grateful for the strength of our family. I miss him.
What a beautiful tribute to your Dad. You seem to be qutie the strong lady. Inspiring.
I still can't believe that you have lost your dad:( what an example you are. I don't know how you go on after something like that happens! Thanks for sharing.
Wow... what an awesome post. I know it is three years past, but I have to say that I am sorry to hear about your fathers passing. Although, in reading your post I think that you have found a gift in a terrible time.
I can't wait to learn more about you. From what I have read, YOU are the amazing person.
I was so glad to see you stopped by my blog! It's good to hear from you. I never had a chance to tell you this, but when your Dad passed away I went by your work at the insurance office with a card and a candle and you weren't there (I think you took a leave of absence?). We weren't close or anything, but my heart totally went out to you and your family. You are one of those people who bring everyone around you up and you are always so positive and happy. You are such an example to anyone who is lucky enough to know you!
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