I’m honoring my dad with this post today. As each day passes I am acutely aware that time is going quickly, that my dad is aging and becoming weaker. He still has a sense of humor and can give me a hard time when he feels like it, but that doesn’t happen very often any longer. I won’t go into health issues or any of that. But I will tell you that my dad has been a rock in my life. We’ve always shared a special bond. For years, when dad traveled the world as an executive with the United Presbyterian Church, he would sense when something wasn’t quite right with me and call to check in. Nine times out of ten he was right, I was having some sort of problem or not feeling well. We’d talk until everything was solved and then look forward to seeing each other when he made his journey home. I have always been a “Daddy’s Girl”, which makes going through this aging process all the more difficult.
Dad has always loved good music. On this Father’s Day I’m sharing one of his favorites with you. I have played it for him on the piano on numerous occasions. It always brings a tear to his eye and a gentle smile to his face. Our roles have changed a bit with the passing of time. I’m the one holding his hand now, helping him step down off a curb or get into the car. It’s not an easy time, but it’s a time I wouldn’t miss….one that I’ll always remember.
This is a day to celebrate our fathers. I’ll be making a special dinner and fixing dad his favorite vodka with tonic and lime….very light on the vodka, please. And for a moment, we’ll sit and look into each other’s eyes with unspoken words. There are somethings you just don’t have to say!
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Marisa Franca @ All Our Way Says:
Darn!! I’ve got tears in my eyes. I was a Daddy’s girl also but my dad has been gone for 20 years and I still miss him. I was more like him in personality than my mamma — we had the same sense of humor. Treasure each day is all I can say. Have a wonderful day with your papa.
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Tamra Says:
Loved your tribute to your Dad…my, how much you
favor him. Good Dads are very special people and
you and I are so blessed to have been gifted with
one…Happy Father’s Day to your Dad…have a
wonderful day. -
Melissa Says:
Thank you Tamra and Marisa. I had a tear or two writing this, as you can imagine. We are truly blessed.
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Ann Payne Price Says:
Beautiful tribute to your father and enjoyed the beautiful music. Thank you.
