Dad,
Its been 30 days since your passing and I am still trying to come to terms with, and internalize your loss. While the passing of time eases the pain and dulls the memory of your last few days with us it does nothing to erradicate the longing to:
see your smile, hear your voice and feel the warmth of your embrace. You are constantly in my thoughts and I find myself wanting to consult with you on trivial matters such as how to prune the peach tree or whether I can give Yonatan Acamoli together with Histadex as well as share with you other dilema's of substance.
The only good to come out of the situation you faced with such incredible bravely is the fact that we had the opportunity to say our prolonged farewells. I feel that nothing was left unsaid and take comfort in the having shared the love and admiration I have always felt for you, my father. Although we are very different you were a role model for me in so many ways.
I anticipate that as the days, months and years pass the feelings I have expressed here today will only intensify. You are an integral part of who I am as a person and therefore I will carry your memory whever I go. I will also make sure my children know what a great grandfather they missed out on knowing.
Your legacy is your family and we will continue to love and support each other as always.
David
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