What a wonderful way to celebrate your father and memories! Big Hug to you!

What lovely sentiments Terri, I know what you are going through. Love Chris

Teri dear, I do understand. I am glad to see that you honor him with your reflections back. *4U

What a wonderful tribute to your dad. I still love and miss my dad. I think he was an amazing man and he gave me so much that makes me the person I am.

Twee,
I understand your sentiments. I lost my mother and father many years ago, and it is strange how I still sense their presence at times. Such as when I am getting upset about something, I hear my mom's saying, "T'ain't no biggie, Hon, let it go!" It always calms me. My dad was a quiet man, as yours, did not say much, rarely showed affection, but, his look and tone made me feel loved. I miss them both terribly, even after all these years, and relish the moments of reflection where they are with me still!
Angel

This is a very sweet post! I understand as I miss my Dad and Mom so much. Gosh, those of us who had "loveable" parents (and there are those who didn't, bless their hearts!) - we have to consider ourselves very lucky indeed!
To your Dad on his Birthday!!!!! hugs, Laura*

Terri this is a lovely post. Maybe your father did not understand you as a teenager either. But it is good that you did get to understand him. There are times I feel I did not know my late father. This post has made me remember my father and mother too as it is 23 days off a year since she died

How lucky you are to have these thoughts and memories of your father. Thank you for sharing with us.;)

I did not have my father in my early yrs. He was a Marine & in WW11. His sister raised me. He remarried & as I grew older we were very close & I loved him dearly. In his latter yrs. he had alzheimers & since I was his oldest child He always remembered me. I was the one who held him in my arms as he drew his last breath & I so look forward to seeing him again in heaven one day. I'm glad you grew to love & appreciate your dad Teri.

Isn't it wonderful how certain dates bring memories flooding back. My mother died when she was fairly young and I still celebrate her birthday each year. I hope the 1st was a good day for you. Sarah.