Awwww shucks Jerry. Just when I thought I had the tears under control you bring another one to my eyes.
My strength came from those that I surrounded myself with - which includes everyone out here. Some days it was just too hard to post, but I read every post and saw the stregnth and courage of others fighting the battle and I knew we would get through this.
Although I am saddened by the loss of my father, I do still have a lot to be thankful for. I get that from him, always being able to look for the good in any situation.
I hope that someday I can give back what I have received from each of you out here. Maybe if nothing else but to help another daughter who is walking down the same road I've been down. Although most of us have never met face to face, I am proud to call myself a member of this family.
I plan to retire to the island for a while. Rumor has it that Dr. Mike serves the ladies fancy drinks with the little umbrellas in them. As long as he is not wearing a speedo when he's serving, I'm ok with it.
Who knows, I may even buy a fascinator (I think that's how it's spelled) to wear so I fit in. Something in pink maybe. Make room up there in that tree - I'm on my way up.
Love,
Joy
