Dave S
Mom:
Just around 2 weeks from now, our family will be both mourning the first Yahrzeit of the loss of someone who meant so very much to all of us, and whose passing has left a huge hole in our heart and lives - - as well as celebrating the addition to our family of our very first grandchild (and your second great-grandchild). We wish you could still be with us to witness his arrival and for the two of you to meet.
More and more lately, I find myself reminiscing and searching for information and answers about my ancestors to pass on to my growing family as well as fill in the blanks I regret never having had the opportunity to discuss with you and Dad.
I expected sorrow and pain to pop up at random times after you both passed, whenever I was triggered by a memory or my inability to just call or visit with both of you and share everyday life events and special news. But I've been caught off-guard by the regrets as well.
I’ve been combing thru files, binders, boxes, albums, and more the past few days, and have been fortunate to have re-discovered some cherished family histories, letters, pictures, etc. But that also means unearthing many items which I initially put aside to review later after Dad passed and I turned my focus to helping you more recently, only to have them lay dormant since then. I was only able to barely skim the surface of everything I’d saved to discuss with you. Looking thru them now has helped answer some questions, but also highlight so many holes in my view of the tapestry that made up your & Dad's lives, as well as those who came before you.
I’m glad there’s still everything saved to go through more at my leisure, but will always regret never having made the most of the opportunity to sit and discuss everything I wish I could have with both of you.
I hope the two of you have been re-united and sharing eternal peace and love with each other. I miss you both so much.
Love, Dave