I love you, Dad. You just couldn't wait to be with our Father, could you? No, once you become totally captivated with such a wonderful Savior, I suppose this world can't hold you long. I envy you. I miss you so much. I can't believe how long it's been, now. You gave me your smile, your eyes, and your laughter... not to mention your stubbornness, your work ethic and a penchant for computers and the guitar. You were more than my Dad... you were my friend, my spiritual kick-butt, and my brother in Christ. You weren't afraid to tell me when I'd taken my eyes from the Lord and onto myself or this world. You were so proud on my wedding day. If only you could have known how proud I was to say that you were my Dad. Hey, didn't God give us such a wonderful birthday present? We got to spend them together! Wasn't that amazing? I didn't know time would be so short. But it was so sweet. The love and joy of Christ you had in such abundance are still alive in me, and in the legacy you've left behind.
Shalom Chavarim, I'll see you again.