This is my Pops....isn't he handsome? I just love my Dad more than words can possibly ever explain. The Lord so blessed me with the most loving, caring, brave, witty father. There is no greater feeling in the world than to be a Daddy's Girl. Tomorrow, (Monday, the 22nd) will be the 3rd anniversary that he has been in heaven with Jesus. Cancer may have taken him physically but it will never take away my sweet memories or love for my sweet Daddy.
The pictures above were taken at Shep's 1st birthday party and Pops died 6 weeks later. I have to say that it was the most painful, heart wrenching experience watching my Dad die before me . I know what it means for your heart to physically ache and shatter into pieces and it so hard to think back on that time in my life. It is when you hit rock bottom and question, "Why?!!!!!!"....that is where you will discover that the Lord hears your prayers and loves you more than you will ever know. I may not understand or have the answers but that is ok because I know that His plan is perfect and that is all I need to know. I have faith in Him. But thank THE LORD for my faith in God. God, you carried me when I didn't think it was possible to even get up out of bed. Losing my Dad only strengthened my faith in the Lord tenfold. I have such peace, such comfort knowing that my Dad is in heaven. How on earth do people cope without the Lord in rough times?
If you are reading this, please pray for my Mom, Jerri. It has been a long road for my sweet Mom. They were together for 47 years. They married when she was just 16. So, she has had to learn to start life over on her own and it hasn't been easy. I know my faith carries me and keeps me strong. It is very hard for me to watch my mother drift along without him. I wish I could kiss her boo-boo and make it all better. Oh, if it were only that simple. She is a believer too......she is just oh-so-sad and just longs to be with my Dad again. Someday, Mom. Just fulfill your plan that God has for you here on earth first. Dad is looking down on you and is very proud of you!
Pops...thank you for your "Chucky Story". That was the greatest gift I ever received from you. I know you wouldn't come back to earth, even if you could. You are having a fabulous time, I can't even begin to fathom. But, I know I am so happy for you for where you are. I hope you are up there on the back 9 with Jesus with your exploding golf ball trick! I will see you in my dreams and speak to you in my prayers. Until we see each other again, someday.....I love you, 10ny plus infinity! - Hezzie
2 comments:
This post made me cry....Pop's thank you for showing us what it meant to NEVER complain. I know you had every reason to, but you chose to live life with grace and meaning. Jerri...I know that your sweetie pie is looking down so proud of you. I know tomorrow is a bittersweet day for you. Know that you are loved by many and most of all your Chucky. You bring a smile to my face every time I see you. You looked beautiful this morning at church. I know Charles is proud of his "blonde babe"...I am glad that Charles and my dad can hang out together. Maybe he's teaching him his golf ball trick. Can't wait to see ya'll again one day Pops and Dad.
How beautiful! I wished I could have met him BUT I know that I will see him one day in heaven! Just think- it is going to be one big party up there! Can't wait to see all of our loved ones!! Your blog is adorable.......
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