Dear Daddy,
I can't believe that it's been a whole year since you were taken from us so suddenly. I think of you everyday and wish that I could spend just 'One More Day' with you.
To be able to hear your kind and gentle voice, giving me word of advice and 'Pearls of Wisdom'. To listen to your silly jokes, that only YOU! could tell. To be able to sit with you at your Piano, listening to you play all those Old Love Songs that you played so well. How I wish I could do those things just once more.
You always had a smile on your face and a "HELLO" for everyone you met. You never said an unkind word about anyone. You respected everyone you met, no matter who they were. How I wish there were more people in this world like you! If, there were, then this world would be a much better place! Even on the cloudiest of days, the Sun always Shone when you were around, because of your sweet smile and gentle nature.
I could not have asked for a more loving and kind Father and I am so grateful that I got to spend so many wonderful years with you. You taught me so many things, but the most important thing you taught me was to respect everyone I meet. You always had time for us. Whether it was playing Ball, Hiking, Riding Bikes, Swimming or going on one of our many wonderful Vacations. No matter how busy you were, you always made time for all of us. We came first in your life, and for that I will be forever grateful!
I miss you more than words can say. There is an emptiness that I feel, deep in my heart, and I know it will never go away! It may get easier over time, but the emptiness will always be there!
Thank you for being the Kindest Man I have ever known and thank you for being my Father. I love you so much and wish you were still here, but I know that I will see you again, someday!
With all my Love,
Your Loving Daughter
12/31/07
