Dear Daddy,
I Grieve —
For my emotion knows no other form, but tears
I fight to stay strong in the presence of others,
But when I am alone I succumb to what feels natural
With this emptiness that consumes me
I Surrender —
As my walls are fragile today,
And you are one worth crumbling for
Know that even when I am feeling lost without you,
I am found in the company of your love and in the love of your family
I Smile —
Knowing that I breathe because you breathed
I am honored to have known you, to be a part of you and
A part of your amazing family
And I am proud that I can see the traits in you, so deeply embedded in me
I Permit —
You to continue on with your journey,
As I was not strong enough to give you that peace
When you were still with me
I will find comfort knowing that I am surrounded by extensions of your life
I Love —
As you have taught me how
In giving is receiving,
And may I continue to give what you have bestowed upon me
And make this world all you had planned it to be for those you loved
Sweet dreams Daddy, may I see you in mine tonight and every night.
All My Love,
Your Darlin' Daughter, Heather Marie