Monday, July 9, 2012

3 years......a lifetime without my Dad

Today is a day filled with much sadness. 
3 years ago today I lost my Dad.  My thoughts of that day still bring tears. 
If I could just be with my Dad one more time I would tell him so many of the wonderful things that have happened since he left.  I would also tell him all the things I regret not saying when he was here.  I would love my Dad and make sure he knew just how much.

In the past two weeks I have had such a range of emotions from deep sadness to great pride and overwhelming love and sadness.
The day my 18 year old son graduated I was so proud of him and so grateful for my wonderful loving and healthy family.
Shortly after this big life moment event I had my 2nd MS attack. While I was shocked and saddened by my body failing me I was still on my high and taking comfort in the wonderful memories and feelings. Those feelings helped me through some scary and dark times.
Today is a sad day because everything I miss about my Dad comes to mind.  But there is hope and promise for today too.  Austin's first day of work is today.  He starts a new chapter in his life.  One I know my Dad would have been so proud of.

I have lived the last three years of my life without my Dad.  My grandfathers funeral, my sons graduation, our new home, 2 MS attacks.  How I wish he was here for all of the good  and bad moments.

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