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{6 Months}

March 15, 2007

It doesn’t seem possible that today – 6 months have passed since we lost our Dad.
We are still going through so many of his papers, belongings, and I have not even begun to put a dent into the photos I have found. Sometimes I want to sort through, and other times I avoid it.

I have felt his presence still in so many ways – as have all of us. I still yearn to see him and speak to him again. I have a tape recording of his voice (an interview I did less than 5 days before he died) that I still have not been able to play. I am afraid of the unknown feeling of what I might feel.

I wanted to post this photo I found from the “new” collection of forgotten photos.
It is my Uncle Jack (left) and my Dad (right) during WWII. I love how happy they look – and how neat to be serving at the same time (their brother Jim was also but he must have been in Europe at this time)…

It still amazes me how much my boys look like their Grandpa. Sometimes I feel that God blessed me with that, I see it in their smiles, eyes, mannerisms…it really is odd how strong family traits can be! :)

I will be thinking of you today Daddy as I always do, hoping you feel my prayers and know that we miss you more than anything – but we try each day to love and support each other – and take care of Mom. Miss you!

Filed in: heritage • by Sugar Lump Studios • 5 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

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  1. Lisa C

    March 15, 2007 at 10:06 am

    What handsome young men! They look so happy and proud.

    I still pray for you and your family's comfort and healing, Nancy. Many (((hugs)))!

    PS – I love your new avatar, too! :)

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  2. liannallama

    March 15, 2007 at 8:08 pm

    oh, (((HUGS))) What a wonderful photo to have of your father.

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  3. Gillian

    March 18, 2007 at 4:13 pm

    Oh Nancy, Bless you dear.
    What a wonderful tribute to your father… So wonderful you obviously had a very special relationship with him.. xx

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  4. kathywas

    March 22, 2007 at 8:40 pm

    Wow, Nancy…you know how much this posting hits home for me. Although you are unable to listen to that recording of his voice right now, you are so lucky to have it. In time, that will be such a wonderful comfort to you.

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  5. Dawn

    March 29, 2007 at 5:42 pm

    That's such a nice picture. I miss my dad still and it's been 11 ½ years since he died.

    My thoughts are with you.

    take care,
    Dawn

    Reply

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