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We laid the old man to rest today
December 28, 2017, 12:21 PM
mark123We laid the old man to rest today
I was doing well until they played Taps. The Honor Guard did a wonderful job. I appreciated it very much.
RIP dad.
December 28, 2017, 12:22 PM
jehzsaYou OK now, mark123?
It will take a while to get back to "normal", but one thing that worked for me with both my mum and dad was that I could talk to them anytime, anywhere. And no tolls.
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December 28, 2017, 12:26 PM
mark123quote:
Originally posted by jehzsa:
You OK now, mark123?
Yeah, he looked good. Just like before he fell ill. Everything was nice.
December 28, 2017, 12:28 PM
jehzsa
I edited after you replied.
Take it easy for a while. Easy but occupied. Be mindful, all senses are not at their sharpest.
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December 28, 2017, 12:30 PM
sigmonkeyCrying is a good release, and you have a good heart. That is most obvious of you.
He was lucky to have had you for as long as he did, and you, him.
"the meaning of life, is to give life meaning" ✡ Ani Yehudi אני יהודי Le'olam lo shuv לעולם לא עוד December 28, 2017, 12:38 PM
BytesCrying because you lost someone you cared for is a good thing. It means you have natural emotions. Expect a few more "episodes" in the future. Just talking about my dad, two years later, can make me shed a tear or two. Sorry for you loss Mark.
December 28, 2017, 12:58 PM
birddog1Sorry for your loss my friend.
December 28, 2017, 01:05 PM
architect40 years on, it still hurts losing my dad. My greatest sympathies in this tough time.
Life will go on. Remember, his proudest legacy is in how his children lead their lives.
December 28, 2017, 01:33 PM
bertoHang in there. The hole will always be there but it gets easier.
December 28, 2017, 02:03 PM
FiveFiveSixFanTaps and the rifle volleys are what really made it sink in for me. It does get easier with the passage of time but it's just never the same.
December 28, 2017, 02:04 PM
mdjI'm sorry for your loss.
December 28, 2017, 03:10 PM
mark123My dad wanted to fart around on guitar so I gifted him one of mine on father's day about 12 years ago. Today I got it back.
Even better is that my step-mother wanted me to have the flag with rifle rounds that the Honor Guard presented to her today. She said that I was the only one that ever helped when he needed it.
Made me feel better all around.
December 28, 2017, 05:33 PM
BisleyblackhawkBless you Mark
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Plowing straight ahead come what may
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December 28, 2017, 06:03 PM
IntrepidTravelerMark, I always knew you as a good guy. Your step-mom's gesture confirms that. Condolences, my friend.
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LtJLLots of these feelings going around. pretty normal, I think.
December 28, 2017, 06:10 PM
pwelch001God bless brother. It's tough for awhile, as others have said, reading what you posted today, you're already on the healing path. Prayers continued my friend.
December 28, 2017, 07:53 PM
DennisMThoughts and prayers with you.
December 28, 2017, 08:17 PM
sigmonkeyquote:
Originally posted by mark123:
My dad wanted to fart around on guitar so I gifted him one of mine on father's day about 12 years ago. Today I got it back.
Even better is that my step-mother wanted me to have the flag with rifle rounds that the Honor Guard presented to her today. She said that I was the only one that ever helped when he needed it.
Made me feel better all around.
I lift a toast to you and your Dad. May his name always be for a blessing.
"the meaning of life, is to give life meaning" ✡ Ani Yehudi אני יהודי Le'olam lo shuv לעולם לא עוד December 28, 2017, 10:57 PM
bgoukerCondolences sent, same thing happened to me when they played taps. Prayers to you .
December 29, 2017, 05:50 AM
SgtGoldMy condolences to you and your family. All I can offer is after the grief wears off what you're left with turns to warm and pleasant memories.
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