Today would have been my Father's 79th Birthday. Dad passed away last November. I have been thinking about him all day, wishing he were here to celebrate his birthday with his wife and kids. Instead I imagine him having a huge celebration with birthday cake and ice cream, balloons, all his favorite foods and all of his heavenly family gathered around.Above is a photo taken many years ago of my family. As the years have flown by the family has gotten smaller but the loving thoughts and memories have grown to huge proportions. I would love to do a fitting tribute to my Father, but somehow I feel inadequate to do his memory justice. Best left for another time when I can map out a history of his life complete with photos.
Dad... you are so very missed, today and everyday. Happy Birthday!
Samuel Michael Kushner.... September 21, 1929.
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2 comments:
Karen, well said.
I too was thinking about Dad all day. I remember his final birthday celebration last year. Mom and I wanted to take him out to dinner, but he wasn't feeling up to it. We brought him chicken wings afterwards, but despite a valiant effort, he couldn't eat any of them. (I think he enjoyed their aroma though.) He got a kick out of the final gift I brought--Family Guy, Season 1.
That was the last time I saw him at home. While driving to Mom and Dad's in November on what Mom calls my Saturday night "surprise" visits, I was diverted to the hospital (Mike had called me on my cell).
So here's to you Dad. Happy birthday!
Love,
Dave
Thanks for your comments, Dave.
I remember that about Dad's birthday last year. I was talking to him on the phone when you two went out for supper.
It is almost a year since he died... another sad milestone.
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