I’ve been looking at this all wrong. I didn’t need to be waiting for a miracle; the miracle has been right in front of me. The miracle is that I got gifted with this inspiring and amazing man as my father. How lucky am I that I got 30 years with this gorgeous guy?
My dad used to say to me, "Ness, if you lined up all the daughters in the whole world, I’d pick you, every single time."
I am turning the tables on you, Dad. I would pick you, every single time. Through everything we’ve been through, I would pick you. Out of all the men who could have been my father, I was blessed with a man that has the wisdom of Gandalf, a heart the size of the Milky Way, and more courage and strength than you’ve ever seen.
My dad’s charisma, humor, wisdom and outlook on life have inspired me. I’ve realized I don’t need a miracle to keep him here longer with us, in pain. I’m just so happy that I had him here with me for thirty years.
Dad’s up in the hospital right now, on hospice care. On Sunday the doctors told me there was zero chance of his recovering.
The goal for his last days is to make him as comfortable as possible, and to make sure he knows he’s loved. So many of his doctors and nurses have stopped in to pay their last respects. The love he naturally gave out is coming back to him now, and I know he feels it.
I’m blessed with the miracle that is my father, and I am so thankful for the time I had with him.
this is beautiful, janessa. hang in there. lots of friends out there if you need support, including me. <3
Thinking of you, Janessa.
bless you! How lucky to have someone with the wisdom of Gandolf in your life. My thoughts are with you and your family and I send you love.
that is definitely awesome to have such a great relationship with your father, who sounds like an amazing person.
How lucky you are to have this man as your father- sending you, your father & your family warm, healing energy…what a beautiful tribute to your dad.
Aww, Nessa. I'm thinking about you, hon. Let me know if you need anything…I deliver vegan baked goods
Your beauty never ceases to amaze me. In spite of the pain you're going through you managed to find something positive in this situation. If your dad is even half as amazing as you are, he would still be the most amazing man in the world. I love you.
What an AMAZING way to see this situation and the world! <3 Sounds like you are truly a lucky family.
You are just amazing. Thank you for your inspiring, positive outlook. I'm so sorry your Dad and family have to go through this. I'm so glad your Dad has you, and you him. You are a beautiful person and you will be alright, darlin'. Thinking of you and your family lots. xo
You are just amazing. Thank you for your inspiring, positive outlook. I'm so sorry your Dad and family have to go through this. I'm so glad your Dad has you, and you him. You are a beautiful person and you will be alright, darlin'. Thinking of you and your family lots. xo
What a lovely, sweet tribute to your father. It honestly brought tears to my eyes. He sounds completely amazing, and you are lucky to have had each other. Thinking of you & your dad…
that was beautiful honey. I love you, Laura
Thank you everyone. I am so thankful to have an amazing support network like all of you.
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