I haven’t heard his voice in almost five years.
I’m ashamed to admit that I almost don’t remember the sound of his voice.
I have pictures and my memories.
I miss his rough strong hands reaching behind him while he was driving to grab mine in the back seat.
I miss the silly way he’d walk sometimes just to get a smile.
I miss his “uniform”; Dockers and plaid shirts.
I miss his thoughtful questions and curiosity about the world.
I miss his genuine interest in my life.
I miss our conversations.
I’m thankful for my memories and grateful for the 35 years I had him.
I’m blessed that he was my dad.
My father would have been 65 today.
I miss him. More than words could ever express.
January 28, 1947 - October 15, 2007 :: RIP, Daddy.
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Happy Birthday to your dad! Birthdays are always the hardest. Cheers to him and to you, my friend. xo
Birthdays are hard, aren’t they? And the losing the sound of his voice? That’s awful. Sending you good thoughts today. xo
You look just like him 🙂 Thoughts are with you, I know it must be a really hard day. xo
Hold on to him in your heart- he lives there! Love the photo and your way with words – very emotional! I love you Sweet, T! Happy Birthday Dad!
I agree. You do look alot like your dad; both extremely beautiful people : )
One of the first posts I ever read from you was about how Lucas has your father’s eyes. Now I think of that whenever you write about your parents.
Woke up thinking about your dad this morning, maybe because we talked about him yesterday…recalling that today is his birthday. Your memories and ours are precious. I can still hear his voice, although not as often and not as persistent. He should have been here for the rest of my life. That’s how long I will miss him. You and Leah are testament to how special he was. Lucas has captured his spirit. Love you. Beautiful post.
This was a really sweet tribute.
Happy birthday to your lovely Daddy! This post is beautiful and touching, yet so sad. Sending you all my love and hugs. XOXO
Awe, happy birthday to your dad. I lost my dad two years ago and I can relate to almost forgetting what his voice sounded like. Hold your memories close… I’m so blessed that my daughter has many of his attributes, and it sounds like your son has acquired some of your father! Their memories live on through those little things allowing us to hold pieces of them forever.
Happy birthday to your dad. These days are hard, I know. And so is losing the sound of someone’s voice. xo
You have your dad’s smile.
It’s beautiful.
Oh Tonya! I am so glad you have a place to write down these beautiful moments and memories that you had with your Dad. I especially loved the description of him reaching into the backseat to grab your hands. Such a loving gesture that really demonstrates about how he felt about his “Baby”. I’m so sorry you lost them so young, and hope these memories can at some point be felt as little celebrations of 2 pretty damn incredible people, instead of reminders of the intense grief you must feel because of their absence. Thinking of you, and as always I’m in such admiration of your strength and grace. xoxoxoxoxo
Dad’s and daughters; such a special relationship. Such a beautiful remembrance.
Happy Birthday to your Dad. That’s such a beautiful picture of the two of you. Warm thoughts your way.
You can see him in your smile. I know birthdays are hard. Sending you hugs. xo
Oh my heart, Happy Birthday to your dad.
{Hugs to you, from afar}
My kids say “clink” when we toast – clink to you both.
xo
I know this comment is late but I’m still sending hugs to you. I know this day must be difficult for you but I love this tribute post to you dad. You look a lot like him.
Now there is a handsome man that can totally pull off a stache! WAY better than Tom Selleck 🙂 I’m so glad you write down your memories and so will your children.
The world, truly, seems far worse off without him, Tonya. Hugs.
Just when I think I can’t hear his voice anymore, I hear it. Just like that. Which reminds me, there’s a car insurance commercial and the guy in it sounds just like Daddy! It’s crazy! I’ll try to find it on youtube for you. I’m glad that I was with you and Lucas on his birthday. XOXO