Once I thought that I’d live in California forever. But I didn’t.
Once I thought that my dad would live forever. But he was not able to.
I never ever thought that I’d live in Tucson, surrounded by my father’s memories.
But suddenly, I do.
I’ve never known the depth of this grace.
I’ve never known this level of humbling fatherly love.
My gratitude is bottomless. My blessings quiet me.
My love is deep. Therefore my grief is deep.
I am a lucky girl because I am my father’s daughter.
I am just going through the motions day after day, missing my father immensely.
But it is with these motions that I will persevere & find my way & a new life.
Because this is how my father taught me to live.
Keep on pushing until I reach the top of the mountain.
I love what you wrote. So true and written from the depth of your heart. I was outside two days ago at 5 pm, sun setting, slight breeze, hotter than usual for Oct. however I was at peace and loving the beauty of the desert this time of year. This is favorite time of yr here. I hope you find the same peace in the desert as I have. Keep moving forward like your dad always said. What a role model you are to all of us. Thank you for sharing your deepest feelings. love, Lyn
Lyn,
It is so lovely to hear from you. And yes, living in the desert sure is a special blessing for us both! love, julie
Hi Jules, so sorry about your loss, but a new beginning is at hand? I love that dry weather… Hope you are well… 🙂 KK
Yes Kevin, a new beginning sure is at hand! Thank you.
Lovely thoughts, Julie. Lovely post. Big hug
Nancy
Thank you so much my dear Nancy and I accept your “big hug”!