Below is a post I did a year ago for my dad. I was just beginning my blog and I know few read about how special he was to me so thank you for allowing me to share it again.
This is my Dad with my mom on Memorial Day a few years back. Together they were are team, I'll tell you. My three sisters and I were were truely blessed to have grown up in a Father Knows Best kind of life. My mom didn't drive much so my dad was the one who took us to the doctors, to check out our classrooms before our first day of school, etc. He played games, hop scotch, you name it!! What a doll he was.
We lost him two years ago but I still feel him with me everyday. He was the funniest man Ive ever met and had a smile for days! But the thing that is most forefront in my mind was his integrity. He always taught us to do the right thing, especially when no one was looking. He was extradordinary.
He was the most joyous man I have ever known. The best man I have ever known. Thank you dad for the many life lessons you taught all four of us. I'm so proud to be your daughter. Happy Father's Day...
What a lovely, heartfelt tribute to your Dad! The love you had for him definitely shines through. I can relate, I lost my Dad two years ago and he was just the best...funny, honest, moral, just a beautiful person. Your description made me think of my Dad so much! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful post!
Posted by: Stacy | July 17, 2008 at 07:37 PM
Touching tribute. My dad is 82 and I treasure every day with him.
Posted by: Elaine | June 20, 2008 at 03:41 PM
I see you... in both of their faces... thank you Donna, for sharing your precious dad with us... XO
Posted by: Lea | June 19, 2008 at 05:23 PM
A wonderful tribute to your dad ! very touching post
Posted by: le petit cabinet de curiosites | June 17, 2008 at 11:53 PM
What a darling tribute from a loving daughter to a WONDERFUL FATHER!!!!
Posted by: Linda Harre | June 17, 2008 at 03:32 AM
sniffle sniffle, boo hoo, wahhhhh!!
I MISS HIM.
Pictures don't capture his generous heart, his laugh, his goodness, and silliness.
Again, I MISS HIM
#5
Posted by: jeannie | June 16, 2008 at 04:26 PM
Dearest Donna,
The love you describe is what aids healing and comfort in the journey you are on. Losing a parent is like having part of your very being vanish. You had a strong loving father and I am certain you carry him within you daily. What a gift to have, leading you.
I have not read nor commented on a blog in months. It will take time for me to re enter this arena...but I received a very large and beautiful bouquet honoring my father today...and had to break my silence!
You are the rarest jewel in the crown! Thank you for your tender and generous friendship.What a gift you are!
xx C
Posted by: tongue in cheek | June 16, 2008 at 07:40 AM
Awww cute! My daddy was funny too and also a man of integrity. Wonderful memories!
Posted by: phyllis | June 16, 2008 at 06:21 AM
I know how wonderful your momma is...if he was half as great as she...he is the man all other men strive to be.
Posted by: Colleen | June 15, 2008 at 09:03 PM
What a wonderful post for your dear father, Donna. He must have been every bit the man you said, to have a daughter (and your sisters) as talented, giving of themselves and loving as you. YOU are the tribute to your dad. What a handsome guy!
xoxo
Karen
President of THE GIRLS WHO LOVE THEIR DADS club....
Posted by: Karen from A`Musements | June 15, 2008 at 08:10 PM
What a beautiful tribute from a loving daughter! Thank you Donna for sharing, it is very touching.
Posted by: Zori | June 15, 2008 at 04:55 PM
You have his smile sweet Donna, and obviously his sense of humor!!! Kisses!
Posted by: Ulla | June 15, 2008 at 08:47 AM
Donna... You know how much this post means to me... I miss my dad every day, but I know he will in my heart forever. God Bless you honey!
Posted by: Christy Meyers | June 15, 2008 at 08:29 AM
Ah Donna...a lovely tribute to your Dad! He was a very handsome man...very distinguished looking!
I know he is looking down Donna and is happy knowing that his daughter is treasuring and living the gifts he gave to her.
Wishing you many happy memories this weekend!
Hugs, Nancy
Posted by: Nancy | June 14, 2008 at 05:24 PM
Ah Donna...a lovely tribute to your Dad! He was a very handsome man...very distinguished looking!
I know he is looking down Donna and is happy knowing that his daughter is treasuring and living the gifts he gave to her.
Wishing many happy memories this weekend!
Hugs, Nancy
Posted by: Nancy | June 14, 2008 at 05:23 PM
You are lucky Donna,
to have had such a fabulous Father!
Yes, his humor was passed on to you, as your words are always smiling.
Good parents give a foundation of love so that their child has and a foundation to stand upon. One that although invisible, teaches us that we are lovable and valuable. Since my father died, I think on these things.
xox
Constance
Posted by: rochambeau | June 14, 2008 at 05:04 PM
And soooo handsome! What a lucky girl to have such a sweet Dad.
Roberta
Posted by: Roberta | June 14, 2008 at 04:40 PM
What a nice post Donna!
How wonderful to have had a dad like that. He was so good looking, as had a kindness about him.
Thanks for sharing,
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | June 14, 2008 at 12:29 PM
What a wonderful tribute to your father and what a lucky person you are to have had such a relationship with him.
Posted by: Miss Sandy | June 14, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Such a sweet tribute to your dad. He has a great smile.
Holley
Posted by: HolleyHolley | June 14, 2008 at 11:35 AM
That's a great post. What a lucky girl to have such a wonderful dad!It never ceases to amaze me how much we miss our dads when we no longer have them.
Posted by: christie | June 14, 2008 at 10:49 AM