Time flies - today marks the 8th day since Daddy's death. As heartbreaking as it was, we decided the best decision we could make for Daddy was to let him go. Daddy was very courageous and very strong - even during the last minutes of his life - he strived hard and he made it home, in time for everybody to gather around him and offer words of love and encouragement. He didn't last 15 minutes after he was extubated - that shows how hard he was hanging on just to get home... simply because we wanted him to.
Everyone loves Daddy, so, so much. Buckets of tears dropped for Daddy over the next 5 days of funeral. Many, many people came to offer their respects to Daddy. More than that, everyone was too much in shock to believe Daddy was really gone. The hardworking, dedicated, humble, warm and friendly Daddy. Everyone truly loves Daddy.
Daddy passed away peacefully at home in the presence of all his loved ones. He had a grand funeral with many friends, relatives and acquaintances grieving our loss. He had powerful rituals conducted for him, supported by his descendants, in order that he transcends smoothly into the other world. He had every one of his siblings working hand-in-hand cooperatively for once in decades. Daddy was truly, truly loved. And I am so happy to have a Daddy who brought me up the way he did.
Till today, I never feel he was very far away - because I feel him in my heart, very much alive. I feel him everywhere in me - my thoughts, my heart, my fingers, my actions... Daddy has taught me so much in my 27 years of life - I want and I know I will bring all the lessons with me for life. I know there is nothing much more I can do for Daddy who worked so hard and gave his all for me and the family. All I can give him now is my love and my showing that I've grown up well... Nobody can ever replace my beloved Daddy.
Daddy, rest in peace. You have no more sickness to deal with now, no more suffering. You may be separated from us now, but no worries, you will find Ah gong, Auntie Linda and Dixon. Or you could make new friends :) There are lots to play with and enjoy - lots to do that you have been deserving of for so long. Do not worry about us, for we know how to take care of ourselves. I know you want us to move on and live life strong. Rest assured we will - with you in our hearts forever. We love you.
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