On Friday, the Dia de los Muertos, my dad ate a good breakfast and sat down to watch some TV. Shortly thereafter, without fuss or fanfare, his heart just stopped beating.
We are surprised that the end came so soon; relieved that it came so gently; joyful that his spirit is no longer shackled to that malfunctioning depleted 120-pound body; and of course sad that he really and truly is gone.
And if I am honest, I'm a little nervous, too, because I know that now he probably can see every little grammatical error I make here. My spelling seems to be going to pot, too (sorry about that misspelled place name I failed to catch in the obituary).
Be kind with thine angelic red pen, Dad, enjoy the pictures, and (fingers crossed) I'll see you in my dreams.
Love always,
Lynnie
xoxoxoxo
I took the first four photos in this post while gathering cypress cones at the cemetery, moments before Dad unexpectedly passed away. The last photo is of Dad and Big Lad, from New Year's 1999.
19 comments:
Thinking of you all.
Love and hugs.
Lisa xxxxx
oh Lynn, sending you all my love xxxx
Oh Lynn, I am so sorry. Keeping you in my thoughts. x
My thoughts are with you Lynn x
Oh Lynn, I have tears in my eyes now that I have read that. I am so very sad for you all.
Love and hugs to you. xx
I'm sorry for your loss, and amazed by your touching photos! I lost my mother in July, and yes, several times I have seen her in my dreams. A gentle ending for your father, still a sorrow no matter when it happens; we so want to keep all those we love . . .
Oh Lynn, I am so sorry. Will email you - can't find the right words to express my feelings here.
Sending you my love - nothing prepares you for this. I hope that you find comfort in the happy memories.
My dear friend - The loss of a parent is never easy even if you know that they are no longer in pain.
My love to you at this sad time.
Mom and Dad used to say a little prayer with us at bed time that might help your Dad find his way in that place he is now:
"Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me,
bless thy little lamb tonight;
through the darkness be thou near me,
keep me safe till morning light."
Please give your family a hug and know that your Dad (and your Mom) gave you the power to love them and the people around you. That's about the best thing a Dad could hope for from his kids.
XO
Simon
Oh, Lynn, I am so shocked and sorry to read this. Your words are beautiful and need no red pen at all. Sending love to you and yours xxx
I'm so sorry Lynn; not that it happened like this, but sorry for your sadness. Do take care; we may be miles away but we are still here for you.
Thinking of you and sending all of our best thoughts.
So simply stated and shared.....so very lovely, Lynn. I am holding you in my heart.
Oh Lynn. I'm so very sorry. Thinking of you. Lots of love, K x
Oh so sorry to hear Lynn. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Glad your Dad is now at peace, but still always so hard - the finality of one's passing. Hugs, Fee x
Lyn, I'm so sorry for you. And your mum, and your sister. And your partner and children.
Condolences and love to you all, xxx
I am horribly late. I have been thinking of you much. I am thinking of you now all the more. Much love to you xxxxx
I'm so sorry, Lynn. Sending you love.
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