Saturday, April 24, 2010

Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy 55th birthday Dad! I would add "wherever you are" to the end of that phrase, but I'm sure that you were here with us today for your birthday celebration, enjoying the presence and the collective gathering of some of your good friends.

I know that today, you were probably looking at us and remarking, "Lookin' good Ladies!", just like old times, and adding in a "You too Wallace".

I have to think back four months to remember when you were physically with us, six months since you were at home pacing around the condo, and four years since you were just your regular, healthy self. But you know what? Though cancer has denied us the opportunity to share more moments with you, it can't take away the many happy memories that we have of you in our hearts. I believe that you were here for a reason and that you were taken from us at this time for a reason (though presently, we may not understand why).

You are alive through each one of us, and have taught us all well. We look forward to celebrating your greatness and honouring your memory with friends and family again and again and again...

Lots of love,
The skater.

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