My dad recently had passed after some time of illness! Not sure why I am posting but just feel empty inside!
He was never a dog man but we had the best relationship a son could ask for. We had many days of riding our Harleys on the back roads of CT and MA, Shooting our handguns at the range and just spending quality time together watching a football game. When growing up he never missed one of my football games, basketball games or a weightlifting meet, a true supporter of my activities/hobbies! I had the opportunity to have him and my mom watch a few HT with my boy Harley and he really started to understand my new passion. Then I got my FT dog Ella and he couldn't understand why she spent so much time away from home with my pro training for FT's, but after I explained he sort of got the drift. I had the opportunity to take him with me to Virginia for a big derby, we had a fantastic time and he really got to see what the FT games are about! We had a nice weekend with a 4th place in a highly contested derby. It was so nice for him to be their and a very special moment to share with my dad! I will continue to miss his support and stive to be the best I can and make him an even more proud dad!
Chris,
Very sorry for your loss. Remember the good times and it sounds like there were plenty. Those memories are the things we can hold onto. I lost my dad 9 years ago and I miss him everyday but it will get easier for you. He's still watching over you.
May God Bless you and bring you comfort in your time of sorrow... He sounded like a wonderful wonderful Father... Mine has been gone almost 8 years and his memory crosses my mind everyday....
Chris,
So sorry for your loss.
Hoping the great memories of your father help ease the pain of your loss.
Sounds like your father is a man many should take example of and you do him proud by your thoughts and words.
The loss of your dad and the feeling of emptiness is so very hard...... somehow you will pull thru. Hug those close to you! Cherish the memories. It will get better. Thanks for sharing some of the good times with us.
So very sorry to hear about your Dad.. Wonderful tribute to him and you did have a great foundation in life....your appreciation to your parents is apparent..
Oh Chris so sorry to hear. It is like a big part of you gone. Sounds like you will have good memories. I glad your Dad went with you to that trial. Take care my friend! ML
Chris I am so sorry to hear of you losing your Dad. It sounds like you and your Dad had a lot of good memories. I lost my Dad in 1958 and still just sometimes smile when I think of some of the good times together.
Chris,
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. I lost my Dad a few years back. He was a Dogman. Not a Retriever guy, but loved Obedience training and rescuing Dobermans. Funny thing was we were'nt all that close and I didnt get into dogs until a few years after he passed, but I sometimes feel he is with me and he would have really loved this Sport. Best wishes with Ella, she is a great dog.
Chris, so terribly sorry for your loss. How blessed you and your Dad both were, though, to be able to enjoy each other.
You are in my prayers.
Take Care,
Becky
Chris, having met you, I know your Dad must have been a good man.
Condolences to you.
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