Today marks one year since my daddy left this earth. My heart aches because I miss him and there's so much I want to tell him and so much that I regret saying or wish I had said....but God is faithful. He is faithful to heal this hurt and faithful to give us hope.There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.
Psalm 23:18
Last October mommy, little sister, little brother, C and I scattered my dad's ashes at his favorite beach. I know that those ashes were physically him but I also know that the scattering of the ashes was for us, not for him; his soul wasn't in them. After C did a small service for us and we scattered the ashes we saw the most beautiful sunrise.
Then he said to them, “...this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”
Nehemiah 8:10
I'm thankful for all of the fun memories I have with my dad. I'm thankful that he worked so hard to provide for me not just the things that I needed but the things that I wanted. 
I'm thankful that I am here because of him and that I have a sister and a brother that I adore. I'm thankful for the blue eyes that he gave me. I'm thankful for the dark, curly hair that he gave me. 
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.Isaiah 41:10
Oh sister, I love you soo much.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet post! I'm sure your dad would be incredibly proud! I love that song btw.
ReplyDeleteWow, I most definitely teared up. A daddy's love is like no other.
ReplyDeleteYou are in my thoughts and prayers today
ReplyDeleteOh Katie that is so sweet. I am sorry for your deep loss and I am sure you miss him so much. I love the scripture you gave us, very comforting!
ReplyDeletemy heart just breaks for you today, i know your sad and your hurt. I just want you to know, that your friendship means a lot to me as well. i pray you get through this day .
ReplyDeleteRest in Peace to your poppa.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteKatie, you are my forever friend. My heart aches for your pain. You and your precious family are in my prayers. I love you!
ReplyDeleteI'm praying for you these days! And I'm trusting that the Lord is healing your wounds as His mercy has no boundaries!
ReplyDeleteStay blessed!
What a beautiful post. I'm so sorry for the loss of your father.
ReplyDeletePrayers for you and your family.
ReplyDeletePraying for you. It sounds like he was a wonderful man!
ReplyDeleteI'm sending prayers your way, I'm so sorry. This was a really beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteLoved this post. When a parent dies, it's so hard. My mom went home to be with the Lord nine years ago now (she was in her 50's too) and I still have mom-moments where I miss her so. What a beautiful tribute to your dad Katie.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by and commenting over at my place today. Loved my time here! You and your hubby are darling!