Been thinking about my dad a lot lately and the fact that he never got to hold McCoy here on earth. I know that you all say that they were together in heaven before McCoy came down but it still doesn't bring me comfort. I will never have the special pictures of my dad snuggling my baby, screaming "Mercy, Mercy" while being tickled to death, spinneys, and being thrown in the air so high you heart stops.
No dad in blessing day circles, baptism, priesthood blessings. It seems the circle will just keep getting smaller as loved ones pass away. Who will tease him about girls and getting in trouble? Who will retell the funny knotty things that my boys have done? Who will take them river rafting and cheer at their games. Show them how to scream at the referees on TV and do the hand signals of the Ref before the Ref even does them? Who will teach them how to fix everything.
I only hope to show him the things that my dad taught me. Camping, building an awesome fire, riding a bike, playing sports and having good sportsmanship. Giving it your all and not doing something half heartedly. Being happy and doing things for others.
Missing you Dad!
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What a great post to honor your dad. I am so sorry that your sweet baby won't get to meet him while he is here :(
Wonderful post. So very touching. Thanks for sharing
Oh how we all miss him. We love you Shery
Sherylen~
That post was so sweet, it totally broke my heart. I can't even imagine the emotions you are going through. You are a great mom and I admire you for your strength!
Love ya!! (seriously call me if you want to hand out, talk or whatever!!)
~Niki
Dang girl, that makes me sad. Sounds like it's hitting you hard right now. Keeping you in my prayers. How's the 4 boys club going for you? It's crazy here. Lots of wrestling and fighting. Wish I had some of your Ref-ing skills!
It's a nightmare that we just never wake up from. I hate it. We have to write this stuff down and all of our great memories about who he was and the kind of person he was so we can tell our kids his stories and keep his memory alive and strong.
I love you. You are so brave.
Laurie
I just cried the minute I saw this picture. It is so sad. One thing I don't doubt is how much Rj McCoy will love his grandpa because he will know he was named after a great man. He will know every great thing about your dad and will no doubt want to be just like him! I love you and am think of you and your family. ~Juli
You just reduced me to sobbing in an instant. I think things like that often. Love you!
MMM. Love. I am so glad to see how much you loved your Dad. I think of him often, he is amazing. I am so happy for your new addition. May God bless you with constant comfort. It must be hard for you, for a long time. Never easy. I wouldn't know- never lost anyone in my immediate family. Your great. THank you for sharing it with us.
that was so raw and sweet that i don't have any words except... i'm sorry Sherylen.
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