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September 06, 2005
dear dad
Dear Dad,
I've been thinking about you since I woke up this morning. I've been remembering many of the little moments that made our relationship so special.
I remember how when I was little, you made a special frame and used the hose to freeze over the driveway and make it perfectly smooth so I could ice skate on my own personal ice rink.
I remember how you told me my first semi-dirty joke, on a Sunday, on our way to church. I still remember and tell it on occassion.
I remember how anytime we went on vacation you made us swim laps in the pool before we could play.
I remember how you played catch with me, and taught me how to throw hard and far and hit the ball the same way.
I remember how you were always there for us. You were tough but fair. And you taught me to not be afraid to stand up for myself.
I know when you got sick and couldn't remember your life, that you were fustrated and afraid. I promised then to remember for you, and I always will. I remember everything.
I miss you.
Love,
Bugg
Posted by bugg at September 6, 2005 09:23 AM
Comments
I bet that your father was and is beaming with pride that he had a kid like you. You remember your father with great beauty!
Posted by: epicurist at September 6, 2005 11:07 AM
why, oh why, must you make me cry??
I saw an ad on craigslist for people to write greeting cards...
Posted by: melanie at September 6, 2005 01:24 PM
Epi - Thank you so much. I hope you are right.
Melanie - Sorry it can't be helped today! I'll have to start my own greeting card company instead.
Posted by: bugg at September 6, 2005 01:59 PM
I know I'm late to this post, but it was wonderful.
Posted by: SJ at September 13, 2005 04:59 AM
What a great dad!
That was beautiful
Posted by: radmila at September 15, 2005 12:28 PM
an absolutely beautiful tribute. oh bugg, he's all around you now. and always smiling down on you and your sweet, young family... xo! ::sniffle::
Posted by: ms bees knees at September 16, 2005 11:01 AM