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There Is No Other Dad Like You

Dad, I loved it when you showed me how to hammer in a nail. The many times at the lake you carried my shovel and my pail. When you taught me how to hold a hockey stick. Shooting the puck is what I learned quick. The times you hid behind the tree. Making sure my sisters and I were as safe as we could be. I am proud of you for teaching me right from wrong. To never back away ,feel courage and be strong. But the day you left and I could not see you again. I hugged you tight, now I feel shame. The battle of COVID was not fair to you. The lack of oxygen made your skin turn a pale blue. You fought hard to be here for each and everyone. It was your time, you were ill and you really missed sweet mom.

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Date: 4/13/2021 3:50:00 PM
Ah dear dear Catherine, it breaks my heart to read this. I think you must have been such a wonderful daughter to him, He is now watching over you and beaming with pride. "He says your stronger then you know" and that love never dies , peaceful hugs , :)
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