Thanks, Dad

My father-in-law just gave me a call to pass on his condolences. He'd read this blog and he just called to tell me how sorry he was for my loss. Thank you, Harold. If I sounded like an idiot on the phone, it was because your thoughtfulness was going to make me cry like a baby. And we both know that men mustn't be allowed cry on the phone. Its a rule...I saw it written down somewhere.

You've told me a lot about your father, but will you tell me more about your mother when you get a chance? I would really like to know more about her. I understand your loss more clearly now. And if I haven't said it before, let me tell you now that I love both of you (You and mom) and I'm proud to be part of your family.