I miss you. We’ve bought a new house and I’m so sad that you don’t get to see it. One step!! Only one step and you would be right inside. I often find myself thinking I should call to tell you about the changes we are making – but you aren’t here to call. It seems the list of numbers I usually call for holidays and big events is getting smaller and smaller. I know I’m so fortunate to have had you in my life for so long. But it just really makes it quite difficult for me now. I’ve had a hundred reasons I’ve needed to call you.

We’ve had some pretty bad weather lately and I miss your calls.  You always called to check on me, every single storm. Just so you know, I’m doing okay. We can hear the tornado siren from inside our house. I’ll know to go to the basement. But I still miss your call.

We have a really big flat yard that the girls love. I finally used the money you gave them to buy a swing set. Well, you bought a portion of the swing set. You would love it! It is HUGE. They will be able to climb and slide and swing SO high!! Adults can even swing on it. I so wish you could have played with them on it just once. I have the greatest memories of you taking me to the park in Du Quoin. I loved those times.

You are an incredible man. I miss you so much. I love you.