In Memoriam

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By way of further explanation for my blog absence this week: My father passed away on Monday. It was not unexpected, but no less difficult because of that.

I focus a lot on moms at this site, because many of us are raising our children in mom-only families. At root, however, I would not be half the parent—or the person—I am today if it wasn’t for both of my parents, my mom and my dad. It is not the gender of our parents that matters as much as the love—and I could never doubt my dad’s love.

I won’t make this into a eulogy, because my father was a fairly private person, and his life is not mine to share here. Suffice it to say my family and I will miss him more than I can express.

13 thoughts on “In Memoriam”

  2. Amy

    I’m so sorry for your loss. My dad two years ago..and it’s still something we talk about often in our family. No matter your relation with a parent, the impact they have on us is huge and losing them brings up such a mix of feelings. I hope that you have much support and time to attend to all that comes with such a profound loss.

  9. Uncle Roger

    May his memory be for a blessing!

    It’s been 10 years since my dad passed and there are still days when I’m crying and screaming as I pass the cemetery on my way to work.

    It’s very hard. I’ll send lots of thought-hugs your way.

  11. Isa

    I’m so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My father and I have always been very close, and I imagine with great trepidation the day that he passes. Lots of love and comfort to you and your family–be gentle with yourself.

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