yesterday marked two years since I lost my dad. there are so many things about him worth remembering, but among those that stand out most are the simple, small things in all the days I knew him...
chocolate frosted donuts brought home on saturday mornings. striped tennis socks and calloused fingers from working in the garden. squinting thoughtfully at the sky every evening after work. martinis with green olives. heaping bowls of Blue Bell buttered pecan ice cream. a left-hand written signature. help with my math homework. old green wheelbarrow. a love of sausage pizza, hot dogs, and sweet 'n sour chinese food. his morning cough while shaving. christmas morning home movies. always the first to buy any new gadget. the way he joked and pretended to be serious even when he wasn't. and his nervous pride just before he walked me down the aisle.
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lovely thoughts... very moving
I love that picture of you and your Dad. Your simple memories are a beautiful tribute to him as well.
That is so beautiful, Kierst. I'm so glad you have such wonderful, simple memories of your great dad.
Kierst, this post is so touching. Thank you for the reminder to cherish those seemingly "small" moments with those we love so much
I don't even know you and your post brought tears to my eyes. I am a friend of Marcella Mendez who is a frequent to loverbyblood's blog and I stumbled upon your post from there. Thank you for sharing that. I know as you said, it's been 2 years, but if you don't mind, I'd love to pray for you as I am sure it still hurts. God bless you.
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