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Missing Dad

Posted on August 3, 2012 By Tom 2 Comments on Missing Dad
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Today would have been Dad’s 88th birthday. I thought I would be OK and brave it out on this first birthday without him, but that just didn’t happen. Everywhere around I see reminders, and it’s hit me harder than I would have thought. I thought holidays would be bad – the first Thanksgiving and Christmas, … Read More “Missing Dad” »

Many Thanks

Posted on November 6, 2011 By Tom 3 Comments on Many Thanks
Family

It seems ridiculous to say that this has been a tough week. It most certainly has. Even having time to prepare, Dad’s passing was not easy for us, and his funeral on Saturday, while a celebration of his life and knowing he is now in a better place, was emotionally draining. The week began with … Read More “Many Thanks” »

Goodbye, Dad

Posted on November 3, 2011November 2, 2016 By Tom 2 Comments on Goodbye, Dad
Family

I almost didn’t write this post.  I wasn’t sure I could bring myself to do it.  However, I’ve used this blog to document major events in the life of my family, as well as the community at large, so I shouldn’t shy away from this one, either. My father, Houston David Taylor, Sr., passed away … Read More “Goodbye, Dad” »

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