03/23/2026
It is hard to believe my dad will have been gone from this earth for 11 years.
11 years of missed moments, hockey games, graduation ceremonies , and adventures. 11 years without his guidance, protection and support.
11 years of not feeling the love a father has for his daughter. 11 years of grief and longing.
While I only had my dad for 35 short years, he taught me a lifetime of lessons and I am forever grateful.
I have realized as a parent , that we are TEACHING our children how to LIVE. Do not take this role lightly.
Here are 5 lessons I learned from my Dad that have shaped my future. And that are timeless.
1. Man plans and Gd laughs ✨
2. NO GUTS NO GLORY ✨
3. Do not walk the path everyone else is on. Go OFF the beaten track….✨
4. The only certainties in life are death and taxes ✨
5. Family is EVERYTHING. Put them above everyone else in the world. ✨
I love you Dad. I miss you deeply and I feel your spirit around me.
What lessons have you taken from your parents ?
What lessons do you want to teach your children?
Share below and let’s inspire each other.
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