Fly Away Daddy

John D. Curnow May 1928-2018

As my daddy was letting go, separating from this earthly life, I whispered in his ear.....daddy, it's ok, just fly away.  I told him to fly away as the Rose Breasted Grosbeak (his favorite bird) and please be the first spring bird to visit my bird feeder in the spring.  I know my daddy heard me.  He heard every word I whispered in his ear days before he passed.  As I witnessed the opening of his eyes, the slight facial moments and eyebrow movements, I know my dad heard everything I whispered to him for six straight days.  I continued to tell him how much I loved him and reminded him that Jesus forgave him for all his sins....all he needed to do was trust in the Lord and join Jesus as he passed into his new eternity.  Dad finally let go on January 11th at 12:38 am.  Mixed emotions overwhelmed me.  Should I cry or rejoice in his passing?  My twin sister Lynn, who was with me at the time of dad's passing, felt relieved, joyous and sadness all in one.  Death is strange ya know?  As of today, I'm still feeling happy that dad passed over to his new eternal life.  Now, I need to help my grieving mother......my commitment to my parents lives on.

Note:  My dad was diagnosed with bladder cancer 8 yrs ago.  His cancer metastasized two years ago and became aggressive.  Dad was strong (stubborn) and held on for two years.  I will never regret retiring early from my job in order to take care of my parents.  I'd also like to thank my sisters, Debbie and Lynnie for sharing in dad's care with visits and lots of loving!   

Asking for prayers for my mother.