My dad

I smiled today because my father's body is being buried today but I know his spirit is in heaven. My father was an awesome man and a wonderful Christian. I thought I'd share what my daughter, who is 14 and the youngest granddaughter, is going to read at the funeral. It really sums up his life. Dear Poppy, I thought I could stand on my own. Come to find out, I donÕt know everything. Come to find out every time IÕd fallen and thought I got up on my own, it was you praying for me and looking out for me. You were our God-connection. Every time we strayed you were there to lead us back. You were our pastor, our teacher, our Poppy, but after awhile, the teacher knows their students are ready to go out on their own. There comes a day when the teacher has nothing left to teach and so, leaves. I know we all might think we canÕt go on without you, but you know we can. You always had faith in us, and I believe up in heaven youÕre watching us and you always will be. I canÕt wait until I see you up there. No pain, no suffering, just perfection. So, I guess itÕs so long for now. Love, Jenny BTW, I'm now down 122 lbs. This last week has jumpstarted my weight loss again. I wouldn't recommend it as a way to lose weight, though. Teresa

Teresa----- So sorry to read about your dad..I love what Jenny is going to read . I will be praying for you and yours on this day ... best of luck to you.. Shelly -90

Teresa, What an amazing post! I am thrilled that your father was such a strength in you and your family's life. And I am impressed with your daughter's letter - it touched my heart. I'll be praying for you and your family as you celebrate your father's life. Hang in there. Blessings, Peggy

What a wonderful post, I am sorry to hear about your father. You and your family will be in my prayers on this day. May God bless you and yours Rachael

Teresa your post really touched my heart. My Dad is known as Poppy by all of his grandkids. I hope your wonderful memories get you all through until you are reunited with your Dad again. Blessings, Sheila

Teresa: I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and Jenny's poppy.... Both of my parents have been gone for several years but a day doesn't go by that I don't remember the wonderful things that they taught me. May you all have the strength to continue grow from his wisdom! Roberta

So sorry to hear of your dad's passing Teresa. What Jenny was to read is so special. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Connie p.s. Congratulations on the 122 pounds gone! I'm sure your Dad would be proud!!!