I miss my father....

@Zelmarq (12585)
Cebu City, Philippines
September 5, 2008 5:58pm CST
Hmmm., teary eyed as I write these thoughts from the heart, trying to fight back the tears from falling, looking up just to deny gravity from winning and feeling the tears from my eyes. A discussion by a friend brought back memories, lovely sweet memories with my father. and now gravity won, im crying. Just trying not to cry too much, im in the office and people might wonder this sudden dramatic scene they are witnessing. Well, hmmm, tears again. Please, stop from falling, I guess I cant seem to stop them, its as if they have minds of their own, i told them to stop, but they jsut want to get out from my eyes and shout its freedom day. I know its embarassing but, I can manage to wipe them as quickly as I could. Father died 14 years ago, just miss him, envy those kids who are walking happily with their fathers. Im just glad I still have a heavenly father who knows all I have deep inside of me. I miss you PAPA.
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• Australia
6 Sep 08
My father passed away in June 1991...days after the Mt Pinatubo incident. He was not really that healthy but was not bedridden as well. In fact, we even shared a lovely dinner the night before...he always waits for me to come home from work. Never did I suspect that that's gonna be our last. Its been a very long time but yes, I still cry everytime memories of him sweeps my mind...just like now. I know it can be a bit embarrassing to let your tears flow when there are other people around you who might see those tears racing down, trying to beat each other. But, to feel this kind of emotion in remembering a dearly departed only shows that you still think of them, that you still care and love them, and missing them a lot simply because they have made a big impact on your life...most likely contributed to what and how you are right now...a lot!
@ashly1979 (1376)
• United States
5 Sep 08
i am sorry about your father i know how you feel i lost my mother of June of 2007 last year i know it hurts to lose a love one but it is heard to real let go of them but they would not want you to be sad your father is in a heaven i not trying to upset you i never got over my mother i always cry when i think about her or see her pictures she die right before her brithday was on the 6 of June and my brthday was right after hers i am so sorry about your father my father is still liveing but i was cloes to my mother than my father good luck to you
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@Zelmarq (12585)
• Cebu City, Philippines
5 Sep 08
Yes my friend. Thank you for encouraging. I am also sorry for you for your mother. Its not long and I know you are still coping of your loss. Lets be strong and pray for each other here. I pray that you may find comfort in the arms of your father and learn to appreciate him. have a nice day and happy mylotting!!!
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@ashly1979 (1376)
• United States
6 Sep 08
your welcome i hope i could help you
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@Zelmarq (12585)
• Cebu City, Philippines
6 Sep 08
Thank you very much my friend.
• Canada
6 Sep 08
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father . I am so lucky that I still have both my parents alive today . I worry about my dad all the time as he lives quite a ways from me and I always fear when I see him that it may be the last as his health is not good at all and he has heart problems but they can't seem to find out excatly what is wrong with him . He had a double by pass surgery ( I think that was what it was called ) done to him a couple of years ago and had shunts , stints or something like that put in and his body was rejecting them . They were able to fix problems like that but he is in constant pain all the time and they can't figure out why . He was never one to complain about anything painful in his life and to hear him say he is in pain hurts . I miss my dad quite a bit and wish I could see him more often then I do but am very lucky that he is still around , I can pick up the phone and call him if I want to talk to him or send him a message via the internet . We often take for granted what we have in life and don't often think about how fortunate we are with what we do have . I have been going through a hard time lately but reading your story makes me realize I have not lost everything and that I am fortunate to be able to talk to my dad when I want , give him a hug and a kiss and let him know how much he means to me . Let the tears fall and don't worry about what others think . Your dad is watching over you and I am sure he is very proud of you :) Take Care
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@Zelmarq (12585)
• Cebu City, Philippines
6 Sep 08
I happy that you are still with your dad, treasure these moments with him. I know my heavenly father is there watching over me. Thank you my friend. Hugs to your dad...
• United States
8 Sep 08
I am so glad you seemed to have a great relationship with your father. I did not have that. Just think one of these days you will see him again.
@faith210 (11224)
• Philippines
6 Sep 08
Hi Zelmarq! Oh, it is alright to cry dear friend. I am sure that with the release of those tears, your heart will be unburdened with the heavy feeling of missing your dear father. I, too let my tears fall once in awhile whenever the same feeling engulfed my whole being from missing my dear mother. She went to heaven 15 years ago and I just can't help but miss her each day. I only comfort myself knowing that she is living in peace in Heaven now and that I will be seeing her hopefully one day in heaven too. Take care always..God Bless!
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@Zelmarq (12585)
• Cebu City, Philippines
10 Sep 08
I felt good after crying. maybe its good to let out the tears sometimes and I know its the best that i can do to unburden myself, its also giving my heart a good exercise. Thank you my friend and have a nice day!
@Muelitz (1592)
• Canada
6 Sep 08
Sorry to hear about that. It is really hard to accept someones passing away especially if you are very close to the person. but that is something we have to accept in life. What could help us is just remembering the good things we had when they were still alive and keep in mind that they have lived a full life and is now in a place where they are happier and looking down at us or watching us.
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@Zelmarq (12585)
• Cebu City, Philippines
10 Sep 08
Yes, there are so many good things that I remember about my father and I love him so much. The show must go on and its living life with only his memories and making the best that I can to forget him and face life with a smile again. Have a nice day and take care!!!!
@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
6 Sep 08
Mine passed away 15 years ago. and to this day and farther I will miss him as I was daddys girl . I worked with him on cars, worked the yard work even when I went back for vacations. and I will always miss him!
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@diansinta (7544)
• Indonesia
6 Sep 08
Dear zelmarq, Get out from that situation, look for some air. Or go to the bath room. I understand completely your situation. My hug for you for bali island. dian.
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@makingpots (11915)
• United States
6 Sep 08
Oh, dear Zelmorq, just allow yourself to cry for a bit. It will be good for you. What you have writen here almost reads like poetry. Just allow yourself to say these beautiful words to your dad and cry for a bit. I hope you will feel better. Blessings.
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@williamjisir (22819)
• China
7 Sep 08
Hello Zelmarq. I see how much you love and miss your father, as can be seen from the narration. Yeah, it is a wonderful to have both father and mother always accompany their kids in their life long. I used to have some students who lost their fathers when they were still in their teens. I was so sad for them without a complete family to offer them love from father. Anyway, I wish you to be in a better mood today. Bless your heavenly father!
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@carmelanirel (20942)
• United States
7 Sep 08
Let it out Zelmarq, it is good to let out your sadness. I still sometimes cry over some of my loved ones I have lost, even after many years. And remember, one day you and your father will be together again..
• China
6 Sep 08
oh,sweetie~~God allows you to have those tears. there's really no need to worry that dramatic scene,for everyone should cherish what they have now and check out on themselves. I had a dream last night that my father was back home without his hand. Seeing those bloody arm in front of me, i cried out and this awoke my roomates. it's so hard to believe that happened. i just cried as he was going to die. so forturnate that it's just a dream. but i know that weight of loss, very deep sad and grieved...
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@sweetyethot (1737)
• China
6 Sep 08
it's natural of ur tears to fall down when comes to such occasion.im sorry about your father.but i think he's alright, and he must be happy seeing you missing him so much.just one suggestion,next time,if you miss your father,yuo 'd better smile . i think your father would rather see your smiling face. thank for your discussion coz it reminds me of my great parents. i would do everything i can to please them.
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@Sam334 (125)
• Singapore
6 Sep 08
Well, I only can say "Don't think that you are unfortunate, just think that others are fortunate." Concentrate on doing what you think will make your parents happy and live on. Don't stay in the past and waste time. I bet your father would be pissed off if he knew you were still unable to let him go peacefully. Let it go, just don't forget.
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@riyasam (16556)
• India
6 Sep 08
i am very sorry for your loss but i am joining you in becoming sentimental.my father has done a lot for me but i do not see much of him nowadays,as now i am married and have a family of my own.i now have to live with my in-laws,
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@mimpi1911 (25464)
• India
6 Sep 08
Zelly I am sorry. Words are poor comforter and I am very bad with it. This is an irreversible loss and we can never get over such loss. May be time makes us stronger but the emptiness stays with us forever. You take care.
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@tholitz (1127)
• Philippines
6 Sep 08
Hi Zelmarq! Seems like your father have left you with profound memories that after so many years of leaving you could still remember and miss him so much. Well life is definitely not in our hands but I think that loneliness sometimes help us to grew deeply and have a strong relationship with our God. Don't prevent your emotions from coming out, it's a reminder of how truly good your father was to you.
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• United States
6 Sep 08
i also miss my father ... he is living in hong kong for 10 years .. i have seen him only once .. love you dad and i miss you so much ..
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• India
6 Sep 08
Hi sweet friend, See, this is life dear. I know its painful when you see other children with their fathers. But you have a father who loves you more then the fathers who love their children on earth. He loves you the most. He is always there for you. This is life. Things happen beyond our will and wish and we have to just accept them and move on. Just love everything in your surrounding and always be happy and cheerful for you have a wonderful heavenly father and you know he is always there for you. bye now. take care.
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