Splitting Image (Fathers Day 16)

I woke up today thinking of you, as I do just about everyday.  It's a natural thought for me, the kind that takes over, the most important for that moment, the one thought that has always been natural.  I began to lay there, and just flip though the memories, we shared, the conversations, the certain events in our lives that shaped the both of us.  I was reminded how close we are, how close life has enabled us to be, and that truly brings something out of me each time the thought comes up.  I can't help but praise the thoughts of you, your presence in my life no matter what path I take, and the continuous support you've always promised me.   It's amazing, because no matter where I go, I know the thought of you stays, reminding me of the important things you taught me, the wise words you gave me, everything you showed me, stays.  So in essence you are, and always have been the only person in my life, that has remained with me no matter the time, the place, or moment.  That has been the most amazing part of my life, to simply know, truly how unconditional love feels, and I thank you for that.

Today is special, for the both of us, as its always been a celebration of us, the love we share,  the life we have.  But today marks a turning point, one which has been here for some time, one that has been embraced by the two of us, gently, and joyfully.  This day is for two, and I can't help but smile and think how much has changed in such a short time and how you prepared me for such a chapter. It's special knowing I have the guidance of the life you have given me, plus the life we continue to share now going forward.  All the different chapters we wrote, have come together in different parts of my life, to show me, why and how things truly are, and what to do when faced with such, but this one, this one showed me how much in common we really are.

A splitting image of you, in more ways than one, I notice it without anyone telling me anymore. Before I thought it was cliché, something people just said to pass time.  But the day I noticed it, was the day I believed how much I live with you in my heart, and for that I am grateful, because I wouldn't want it any other way.

This one is special, this one is probably the most deserving, as you embark in another chapter of father hood.  I couldn't be more excited for the both of us, the grandfather stage, and I know you will be a great one.  It seems as if the time has flown by these past months, with anticipation, getting things ready, but one thing has stayed consistent, I have not doubted one time in all these months, that I'm ready for this moment.  With such a great supporting cast, and such a great family that I have now, I can say this has been the most heart felt experience I've ever had.  It has truly shown me so many different things, as I know this chapter of being a father, will keep me learning forever.  As I saw in you all these years, I know how much I shaped your life, Im just lucky enough to be able to still do the same, and for us to be able to spend time together, and get prepared for one of the most important moments of our lives.

So Happy Fathers Day to the two that never separated, never gave up, never stayed closed mouth, and never cared about anything but our happiness. 

In the end, I know people will always remember us for being "Us", and to me, thats the everything.


I love you, as always


Happy Fathers Day!


-MK 16'