Dad would have been proud....

Even as I wrote that post title I thought, "He IS proud", but I think you know what I mean.  When I look at my Facebook page and think this is where it all started (Two people falling in love...) and this is where we are now, it makes ME proud.  In every single one of my prayers I thank Heavenly Father for our children and the people they have brought into my life.  I often think about what it would be like today if Dad had been able to stay with us...How he would have loved the resolute woman you have become, Erica, and how well you take control of your life, and he would have loved your "How hard can it be?" attitude when it comes to tackling some home renovation or repair job.  He always had a sense that you would chart your own course.  And then there's you, Erin, who has always had that same mischievious sparkle in your eye that Dad had, and are willing to take on whatever comes your way with a positive attitude ~ even if it doesn't feel quite right in the beginning, you are always able to turn things around and make it work.  Both of our daughters have that sixth sense that recognizes people who need their help and don't hesitate to do what's needed and offer a helping hand.  Dad was a giver.  And Adam... though you're not a mini-Bill in looks, (though I must mention that Sister Harding remarked on how much you looked like Dad...) you certainly have many of his personality traits, so much so that sometimes it startles me!  And it's not even so much the computer know-how (as a matter of fact, computer-eze is one aspect where you're unlike Dad.  Dad was a lousy teacher, lacked patience and really couldn't deal with answering computer-illiterate questions ~ quite the opposite of you), but Adam you have the same ability of socially connecting with people, no matter what their station in life, and you are a great teacher.  I feel somewhat sad that you weren't really able to tackle some of the outback adventures with Dad.  I'm thinking there are going to be some interesting hereafter connections!

And I know he would have loved how we can all make each other laugh!

And look at all the people and animals that have been brought into my life through these three chosen vessels!  Thank you for choosing wisely and bringing such joy into my life.  I love your Dad.  He was the love of my life and looking at the fruits of that love makes it all worthwhile.  Thanks kids. 

Always remember that your Dad and Mom love you.