Hard to Believe

that today marks the day that it has been two years since dad passed away. I remember every detail of this day two years ago. Waking up with my brothers and sisters, talking, crying and laughing. I remember saying the rosary with everyone in the room all the aunts and uncles and all of us. I remember there wasn't a dry eye after saying our prayers because I think we all knew that today was the day. I woke up with that feeling and I remember Aunt Rita and Aunt Joy saying the same thing. That they didn't know what it was but they felt like today was the day - the day that God was taking dad home.

It is funny how certain memories stick with you. Most days I can not remember what I did yesterday, but July 7, 2009 I remember vividly. It was a very sad day but yet a very beautiful day in that we were lucky enough to say goodbye. We were with family and on that day I realized how lucky I am to be part of this family. Family is everything in life you know. We are only here on this earth a short time, and friends may come and go but family is always there for you - no matter what.

They say with time losing someone it gets easier - I am still waiting for that time. I think it gets bearable but you never forget nor should you. Dad was a great man and he is missed by many but I know he looks down on us everyday and he wants us not to worry, not to be sad but to enjoy life and to keep his memory alive. I find comfort today in knowing that he is in a much better place and in knowing that some day I will see him again.

I miss him terribly and my heart aches to see him. But his memory lives on through me, through my brothers and sisters, through the grandkids. He is still all around us and I feel his love and his arms around me all of the time.

Memories - I want the good ones to stay around, but the bad ones can leave anytime :)

I hope everyone has a great Thursday - it is a hot one out there so try to stay cool.

I love and miss you dad ~ so much.

Much love to all,