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My Dad

Today is my dad's birthday. He died 2 years ago tomorrow. He was the greatest dad. My mom and dad had 4 girls so I know he must have gone crazy some days with all of us women in the house, but he never complained. He was so kind to my mom. He would do anything for her. They had a great marriage and a good life together. They did so much! He lived a full, fun life. I miss my dad. I miss his smile. I miss him singing songs and whistling. I miss his hugs. Here is something that my sister Sharon wrote about him.

Growing Up With a Dad Like You

When I was a little girl I worshipped my daddy so much
He always seemed more special than other daddy's
I felt like the luckiest daughter alive

Growing up was easier for me than most little girls
Because I could talk to my daddy about anything
He always listened and he always cared.

When I was young he sang me lullabies
When I got married he harmonized sweet blessings
Still, as I grow older,
When I close my eyes
I here his sweet distinctive melody
In my every thought.

Written by Sharon Shank

We miss you dad

December 9, 1928 - December 10, 2004

Comments

Anonymous said…
I am so sorry for your loss!  This is a rough time of the year as well to lose someone...I lost my grandma Dec 27th!  Hugs to you I will keep you in my prayers!  Hugs,TerryAnn
December 9, 2006 at 10:00 PM
Anonymous said…
Sorry for you loss, Trish.. but what a beautiful poem your sister wrote.  Very deep and heartfelt.
I hope you are doing okay.  Feeling okay?  Not too chemo sick.. ?   That is my prayer at any rate!

Hugs, love and prayers,  Trish!!

Jackie
December 9, 2006 at 10:33 PM
Anonymous said…
Awwww.  What a bittersweet day.  And to die so close to his own birthday.  It must be heartbreaking to lose a parent.  I don't even want to imagine it.  He sounds like he was a very special man.  Especially to have all his girls love him so much!  {{hugs}}
December 10, 2006 at 2:58 AM
Anonymous said…
What a beautiful tribute to your daddy..
It is never easy losing someone i can't imagine
losing a parent.....Big Hugs!

~Terri~
December 10, 2006 at 2:17 PM
Anonymous said…
 What a loving tribute.  My mother died Dec 23rd.  I miss her also.  Take care.


                           Julie
December 10, 2006 at 4:05 PM
Anonymous said…
 I miss him also...He was like my daddy too!! Love you Trish~~~ :)  

                                  Annie :)
                                                             
December 11, 2006 at 8:11 AM
Anonymous said…
Trish, my condolenses. Your dad sounded like a wonderful father. We should all be as lucky. And what a beautiful poem! Your sister was truly talented! My continued prayers to you always, Blessings, Barbara
December 12, 2006 at 12:23 PM
Anonymous said…
Beautiful, heartfelt poem. Your father is lucky to have you all, and him as yours.
Gem :-)

http://journals.aol.com/libragem007/JournallyYours
January 2, 2007 at 11:24 PM
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