In loving memory...4.7.2008.....

This blog was created almost a year ago in loving memory of my Mom and Dad. This upcoming week, I especially will honor their lives. While they only lived a short 50 and 51 years, I truly believe they laughed and had more fun then many who will live a much longer life. With that said, it still does not take the pain away and the fact that we lost two special people in such a tragic way. 

I had 28 years with them as parents and I wish everyday I had them for so many more.....they were simply the best and when I reflect on the past 10 years, I am amazed at how much closer I became with my parents or should I say, I appreciated them so much more and loved being with them. Although Ted and I have lived out of State since College graduation, my Parents came on our journeys with us.  From Chicago to Boston to Plymouth, MA to Cincinnati-they were there. 

My Dad died an amazingly loyal friend, son, brother, brother-in-law and son-in-law, a hilarious and supportive Father, a wonderful cook and gardener and a loving Papa to his Grandson. My Dad was the most non-judgemental person I will ever know and he honestly got along with anybody and everybody. He was known for and will be remembered for his beautiful blue eyes and  hilarious one liners and all of the characteristics that made him such a loving husband to my Mom. I just miss everything about my Dad. 

My Mommy died as the sweetest human being I have ever known. But she will be remembered most for being incredibly supportive, loving, funny, caring, goofy, and beautiful. She held her family together and would have done and did... anything and everything for her siblings, father, father-in-law, grandchild and children. I am so proud to have had a Mother that was so beautiful and funny. We were all so very blessed. I miss our daily phone calls, visits and laughs more then anyone will ever understand. 

They both have left such significant gifts behind and that is the gift of friendship and the importance of family. They have taught us so much. 

I don't t think I will be able to write much next week. Too sad of a week. We all know my entire family will be reliving the nightmare of a week that it was and we'll close our eyes and imagine the unthinkable on 4/7. But I hope on the day, even for a minute, I can remember not the pain of the ending but the love and laughter we shared with them. 

Thank you for continuing to keep my brother Justin, my sister Christina, my nephew Aydan and my Mom and Dad's entire family.....in your prayers.  Please hold any and all memories you personally shared with them, close to your heart but also please never forget what a life lesson this truly has been. Life is too short and you just never know....I certainly did not. 

In loving memory of my Mommy and Dad.....4.7.2008........ I miss you every second and cherish every memory we shared but am haunted by the ending. I just want my Mom and Dad and would do anything to see and hug them one last time.....and to be able to say good-bye.... 

Until we meet again..............

Your daughter, always and forever