In memoriam

 Dad in uniform, circa 1984

 from my high school graduation, 2005

It's been three years since you died, but you are still incredibly missed, Dad. 

Thank you for the following things:
1) Teaching me how to camp, hike, sail and fix various parts of my car;

2) Being sympathetic the day I twisted my ankle playing on the curb and required chiropractic care. Being sympathetic the day I got into a fender-bender and totaled the car (though I didn't deserve it);

3) Reminding me that I am worth it, regardless of which friend or boyfriend dumped me at the time. Convincing me that I didn't know it all during high school;

4) Teaching me how to dance;

5) Going to every chorus concert, football game, Scout meeting, academic scholarship ceremony, and being proud of me for being there;

6) Telling me all the time that I was pretty, regardless of my eczema/acne/braces;

7) Giving me an appreciation of all things artsy, whether it was old musical movies, or nature photography;

8) Being a great example of a human being, to your family, friends and the many people you mentored.

You are incredibly missed.

love,

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