ranger1, I am sure he is bursting with pride in you and knows of what you are feeling and writing. It's heartfelt, which is where he will always be, in your heart, and, unfortunately, one of the hard things we all have to live through. It can be damned hard, though, and I, too, after many years, find myself wanting to phone my mom or dad to share, ask, just talk.

My dad passed away on Nov. 29, 2004 and it still seems like yesterday. Likewise with my mom, who has been away since Jan. 1999.

Much love and hugs to you, darlin'...he raised a good'un!

luyakat