I'll Do This For Dad...

Brynwood Needleworks - Hickory Hill Farm Sunset

  Today is Dad's Celebration of Life. 

His children, family and friends will gather at 11 am today to share stories and memories of my father. He requested that I deliver his eulogy. (Is that what you call it at a Celebration of Life? I don't know.) 

This won't be an easy day. Losing his presence in my life is still raw. Standing in front of the attendees will be difficult, especially as I try to maintain my own composure speaking about the man I've known and loved since I first drew my first breath.

 

It won't be easy, but life doesn't guarantee easy. I'll hold my head up, put one foot in front of the other, and deliver the words I've written about my memories of his life. When I'm finished, I'll listen to others and smile as they share their memories of him, too. 

 

You always taught me that I can do anything I set my mind to, Dad. Now, I'll do this most difficult thing today for you. I'll try not to cry, but I'm not making any promises. If the tears come, I'll let them flow. 

 

I miss you, Dad. I'll look for you in every sunset, and every beautiful gift from Mother Nature. I know that's where you always felt the freest. I know that's where I'll find you. I know that's where you'll be. Until we're together again...Love Never Dies.