There are few things in life we can say we know for sure. I know for sure that I am married to the love of my life; I know for sure that I love watermelon (especially Grand Bay ones...); and I know for sure that I have no regrets when it comes to my Daddy. That's what I called him. Even at 32 years old he was still my "Daddy". I can't even begin to tell you how much my heart hurts for him. We always had a special bond. I remember to this day telling Mom (when I got in trouble) that "I'm gonna tell my Daddy if you spank me"! It used to drive Mom nuts :) I'm sure Caroline will be the same way one day.
I can also say though that I have NO regrets when it comes to my Daddy. He knew I loved him with all my heart. He was a good man. He had a beautiful smile. He had an incredible sense of humor. I remember the first week after his stroke (in the hospital) we were having trouble getting him to keep his eyes open. I was being silly (as we always were to each other) and said to him "Please just open them for one second!". True to his sense of humor he opened his eyes wide as he could and looked straight at me. For about one second. Then he closed them. Awesome. Still brings a smile to my face. I tried and tried to get him to do it again for my mom to see but he wouldn't. Guess it was just for me and him.
I used to call him "Old man" and he would always respond, "What, Old Lady!". Just another of the millions of beautiful memories I will forever have of my Daddy. I have found my peace because of the love we shared and what a sweet spirit he had.
I have NO regrets when it comes to my Daddy.
Love you "Old man" :)
im sitting here catching up on your family and im just in tears.. I didn't know Uncle Joe that well, but I do know your family has touched our lives for the better! Praying and thinking of you!
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