It has taken a few jarring events to prompt me to start writing. The sudden death of my father in October, an announcement at work this week about potential “restructurings” and my cancer surgery yesterday. What am I waiting for? Life is short – the time to act is NOW. So, here I am – a face full of stitches and bandages, with my husband and kids still sleeping, that I am officially starting my blog.
Hi Erin, Congratulations on your successful surgery. I hope you heal quickly and smoothly. I would love to see that ear-to-ear smile soon. What a beautiful tribute to your father and the wonderful life he led. I love that movie also – we watch it every year. Sending you a hug. love, F.
Beautiful, wonderful and inspiring. Your dad led a wonderful life and it’s a good reminder that we all can too. I look forward to reading more! And, congrats on the successful surgery. I’d take that as a good sign that 2010 is going to be a better year.
You are so inspiring, I love you so much, I’m uber proud of you, and thrilled your surgery was a success! In a nutshell, that’s what I want to say to you with a giant HUG. I lost my father 2 weeks ago, and reading your beautiful eulogy to your beautiful dad touched me greatly. Daughers need fathers, and we had 2 of the very best, so it seems. We’re the lucky ones, my friend! Again…. I love you, I’m proud of you, I’m thrilled for you, and you inspire me greatly. I can’t wait to read more of your WONDERFUL LIFE!
How lucky am I? I have such wonderful friends. I’m so touched by your comments.
Kristin I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I know it’s different for all of us – but I know what a fog it has been for me. I go into auto-pilot but when I have any downtime it hits me that this truly did happen. Please let me know how you are doing and I’m always here if you want to talk.
Erin,
Congrats on the blog, the successful surgery, and the amazing tribute to your dad. Thank you for sharing. The world just got smaller, in a wonderful way.
xxoo Polly