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A Day with Dad

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 11:37PM

Yesterday I spent the day with my dad! I haven’t seen him since the holidays, so it was a wonderful opportunity to spend precious time together. What brought us together wasn’t necessarily happy—he had a cousin whose wife passed away, so we went to the funeral. I enjoy funerals because they’re unique opportunities to celebrate people’s lives and to gather as family and friends to express love and support.

But beyond that, I enjoy spending time with Dad, especially when we’re alone--and driving to and back from the funeral allowed plenty of alone time. He always makes me feel special, and he loves to share what’s going on in his life. He is such a character! He loves to talk, and even if you never say a word, he keeps the conversation flowing. (But those who know me, know that the conversation was definitely two-sided!) I love that he’s always chasing a dream and that he shares those dreams with me.

As I dropped him off at the airport for his flight back home, I was exhausted—and so grateful. I don’t know where it gets it all; he’s an amazing man. I sure love you, Dad.

Shelli |

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Thanks for sharing....My Dad has been gone for 25 years now and I miss him every day.....It's great to have the time with someone you love.....cherish each and ever moment!

February 11, 2010 |

Deb

Your Dad has such a friendly face - he reminds me of BJ from M*A*S*H! Glad you enjoyed your time together.

February 11, 2010 |

Jane Logan

Thank you Shelli for sharing such a wonderful little visit you had with your Dad recently.. I lost my Dad suddenly just a few months ago and I truly miss those times we had together.. My Dad has a bunch of health issues stemming from his Polio which he got when he was 23, but it never stopped him as he did more in his lifetime than most people dispite his handicap!

I still have visits with him, they are just more one sided these days, although I pretty much know exactly what he would say to me most of the thime! Family is so precious, life here on earth is so short and my Dad always used to say "Topday is a Gift, that's why it is called the present"

Thanks again... ~Shelly~

February 11, 2010 |

Shelly Moniz

what a wonderful post - I too have lost my dad and would cherish another moment to speak with him. Your dad must be so proud of you and your achievements ... you are obviously a chip off the old block as my dad would say :o)

February 11, 2010 |

Nikki Sadler

Beautiful post Shelli - it's wonderful to read how much you treasure your Dad and that you have such a great relationship with him. My Dad has been very ill for the past 3 months and has been in and out of the hospital for much of it. I am spending as much time as I can with him as I don't want to squander any opportunity. Like your Dad, he is a wonderful man, full of wit and wisdom and I just love being with him.
Thanks so much for sharing!

February 11, 2010 |

Robin Merriman

What a wonderful picture of the 2 of you!

February 11, 2010 |

Christina

Shelli, Lynn looks great. I am sure that spending time with your dad is even more precious after everything he has gone through with his racing accident and all. Thanks for sharing and continue to enjoy!

February 11, 2010 |

Kim Mullin

What a great picture of the two of you. I think you look so much like our Dad.
How wonderful you got to spend some time with him even under sad circumstances.
I know of all people you do treasure moments like that. How wonderful!
Thanks for sharing yet another piece of your beautiful family with us.

February 11, 2010 |

Lee Conrey

What a great father & daughter picture. I'm so happy you were able to spend this time with your dad. My dad passed away 10 years ago in June and the last Father's Day card I made him was published in the Stampin' Up! Portfollio II Book II on page 24 (2000). My dad was in the hospital for Father's Day that year and was unable to communicate. I set his card on the table at the foot of his bed. I hoped it reminded him of his days fly fishing in Huntington Canyon and of the love I had for him. The stamp set I used on the card, "Fishin'", was the first Stampin' Up! stamp set I purchased and it will always remain in my collection.

February 11, 2010 |

Wendie Waldman

I loved reading this! I feel the same day with my dad, and every conversation we have-on phone or in person-I always come away from it feeling so blessed to have him as my dad. There is something special about the bond between a daughter and her daddy!

February 11, 2010 |

Anna B

So I'm a blog lurker :) Your dad is in my parents ward (Doug & Carol Broadbent) and I love him. He's great. My husband got so excited when he saw him featured in one of his car magazines that he gets. You're family is awesome! Thanks for all the inspiration on your blog! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and ideas with us. Dad's are great and I'm truly grateful for my dad.

February 11, 2010 |

Cortney Alvord

Shelli,

I am so glad you got to spend this time with your dad. My mom passed away Jan. 15th and I am so thankful for the 3 weeks she was able to live with me. I was blessed beyond measure. I so agree that funerals should be a celebration of life and that is what we had for my mom. We were able to share the sweetness of her life and the relationships she had with each of her 9 children,19 grandchildren, great and greatgrandchildren and many friends.

February 11, 2010 |

Karen Culler

Reading that you spent time with your father made me stop and think I need to spend more time with mine; and not to get so absorbed into my immediate family all the time. Time with "coach" I call my dad would be great!

February 11, 2010 |

Sarah Pederson

Shelli, You look exactly like your dad. Both of you have such great smiles.

February 11, 2010 |

Sue Ring

That's great, Shelli. Glad to see your Dad looking so well.

February 12, 2010 |

Staci Miserlian

Thanks for sharing. It is great to hear that you had this special time with your dad. This is a good picture and will bring wonderful memories each time you look at it.

I agree about funerals being a celebration of life. I just lost my uncle last week and my family went through a lot of pictures and shared great memories from years past.

I too am fortunate to still have my father with us. He survived a massive coronary and 5 way by-pass 3 years ago. I am thankful for the doctors that our good Lord lead here to care for my father at that critical time.

My dad is also a character, always telling jokes (he is a terrible joke teller b/c he can never remember the order sequence and often says the punch line before he should-makes me love him even more) and singing little ditties from his childhood.

Thank you for reminding me just how much he truly means to me.

Take good care and God bless you and your family.

February 12, 2010 |

Sherri

What a great post Shelli! I agree on funerals, they bring family together to not only be able to spend time together, but to realize how short our lives are, and that we should make more of an effort to enjoy the company of loved ones. Yes funerals are sad, but we are brought together to celebrate that life.I'm happy you got a nice day with your dad, thanks for sharing!

Jacki McHale

February 13, 2010 |

Jacki McHale

I'm so glad your dad was able to come to town for a family funeral. And I agree that sometimes the funerals are the one special event that family comes together. One of my co-workers commented yesterday that she spoke with you at the graveside. Kerry? Do you remember her? She thinks you are all that and more. I think so too. Well, anyway I'm the co-worker she spoke about. And we do indeed have some very talented demonstrators within SU! Thanks for sharing on your blog. (((HUGS)))

February 13, 2010 |

Kim Smith

What a beautiful picture of both of you! Scrapbook it! Sorry to hear of your loss. In every family funerals and weddings seems like the only time we can get members of the family together at one time.

My prayers are with you and your family...always!

Bear Hugs,
Terry~~

February 14, 2010 |

Terry Molineux

Hi Shelli, Thank you for posting such a great story about the time you spent with your dad. I am very close to my dad, too, and your time together sounded so much like the time I spend with my dad--especially the part about him always making you feel special! That's what a daddy/daughter relationship is all about. Thanks, again.

February 16, 2010 |

Amanda Morris

I LOVED spending time with my Dad. I miss him just as much as ever. So glad you got to spend time with your Dad, Shelli. You will always treasure those memories xx

February 16, 2010 |

Maxine Conrad

Your dad looks terrific. How are his hands doing? I am jealous that you have the opportunity to spend with him. I lost mine 20 years ago and still miss him terribly. Treasure the moments, which I know that you do. God Bless you all.

February 17, 2010 |

Susan Younker

What a great picture of the two of you! I wasn't aware there was a family funeral, but I'm glad you were there with your wonderful Dad.

Love you both,
Renee

February 19, 2010 |

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