Your sharp mind and talent for thoughtful observation always shine through in your creations. I personally related to some of what you wrote here, and even in the places where I could not personally relate, I still felt interested and sympathetic — a result of effective and meaningful self-expression.
This is so beautifully written. Thank you for sharing your memories of your dad—I can relate. I think we both had a little magic in the dad department 🥰
Even when our parents are not the stereotypical devoted or "always there" type of parent, they can and do impact us in positive ways. Best to focus on that. As you say, we rely on a varied assortment of types in this world...all important in different ways. Your dad's open mind and support of your quests or interests (and through how he modeled living his own life) was probably a large part of what made you into a really original person who has interesting things to say. That was a beautiful eulogy that reflects a lot of maturity and perspective.
"[...] an absence was easier to explain than a complicated presence." Ding ding ding.
Really enjoyed reading this. My dad also passed away this year and I too had thought about his eulogy a million times. Well done.
Hey, I'm really sorry to hear that. What a strange time. Thanks for reading.
Your sharp mind and talent for thoughtful observation always shine through in your creations. I personally related to some of what you wrote here, and even in the places where I could not personally relate, I still felt interested and sympathetic — a result of effective and meaningful self-expression.
This is so beautifully written. Thank you for sharing your memories of your dad—I can relate. I think we both had a little magic in the dad department 🥰
Even when our parents are not the stereotypical devoted or "always there" type of parent, they can and do impact us in positive ways. Best to focus on that. As you say, we rely on a varied assortment of types in this world...all important in different ways. Your dad's open mind and support of your quests or interests (and through how he modeled living his own life) was probably a large part of what made you into a really original person who has interesting things to say. That was a beautiful eulogy that reflects a lot of maturity and perspective.