Today...
Sunday, December 2, 2007 at 11:36AM my Dad would have been 58. Yes, it's his birthday and, well, it's not the easiest of days for our family. I was talking to my brother recently and asked him if he had any ideas on something we could all do annually to celebrate Dad's birthday together, even though we're all in different places. He said that when asked what he wanted for his birthday, my Dad would always tell him "say a rosary and go to church." :) Sounds so very like him. So, Dad, I can't speak for the others, but I'll do my part today, okay?
In honor of my wonderful Dad, let's see if we can get 58 comments here to wish him a happy birthday...and maybe say a little prayer for him (and for my mom). Thanks.
I'll be back tomorrow with more holiday spirit and pictures! (We saw Santa yesterday!)
Reader Comments (41)
Sending prayers your way for you & your family. May you celebrate your dad's life with comfort & good memories. Blessings to you!
Prayers are with you and your family. Cherish the memories of your dad and pass his wisdom on down to your children.
Sending love and prayers to you and your family. Remembrance Day, telling stories, antedotes of your loved ones. Because they want to be remembered for what they've done, how well they've loved you/you've loved them and don't want tears or sadness for their passing. Michelle says it perfect...May you celebrate your Dad and Mom's life and love with comfort and good memories...And your Dad's request sounds perfect for remembering him...
Patti
I'm sending prayers and positive thoughts to you and your family today. I hope you find some nice ways to honor your dad's memory.
Happy Birthday Uncle Robert. My dad often tells the story of how the twins (Robert and Rosemary) came to this world and brought much joy to an already large family. He would talk about how their mother wore diaper pins on her lapel like a soldier's badges. Robert was her littlest baby and her last. He was special from the start!!!
I will keep your dad and your family in my thoughts today. I know it's hard to lose a parent but as long as we keep them in our hearts they will remain with us forever!
Dear Amanda sending hugs to you.
Happy Birthday Amanda's Dad.
Big hugs to you and your family...and happy birthday to your dad.
Amanda, I'm praying for you and your family today. Happy birthday to your dad.
Prayers for your parents....Hugs for you
Amanda, You and your mother are in my thoughts today.
Happy Birthday Amanda's Dad, many good remembrances to your Mom and your entire family. And a little prayer for peace today.
Thinking of you and wishing you a peaceful day. Happy Birthday to your day!!!!!
Wishing you and your family peace. I will say a prayer for your dad today. I am sure he is watching over you and smiling as you fill his heart with pride anf joy.
{{{{{{HUGS and special thoughts}}}}}}to you and your family today. He was so young. My dad was only 53 and I was almost 10 at the time. So, I really don't remember him, but I think it is great what you are doing to celebrate your loving dad. Nice way to remember him and his birthday. Thinking of you.
happy birthday amanda's dad... much love to your family on this tough day. {{{HUGS}}}}
I am so sorry to hear of your loss as well, I can't imagine how hard this will be for me when it happens. My dad is one of my best friends. Hugs to you and your family, bless you!
Happy Birthday, Robert! I hope you are dancing and singing and LOL! We continue to pray for Mary, Amanda, Zack, Becca, Joe and Cassie.
I am so sorry about your loss. Hugs and prayers to you and your family, Amanda!
Sending a prayer to your family today. I am sorry for your loss.