Sarah I know what you feel like, my grandpa died before I was ever born, so I never got to see him, and I remember going to your dad’s funeral. It was a sad time for me, my mom, my dad, even Mrs.Newkirk. God bless your family.

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This story is the best I’ve read so far and it brought tears to my eyes, but what I think you should improve is if you can try to explain what he did with you, but overall it was a great story!

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Oh Sarah, I will never forget the moment your mom shared the sad news with me. I want you to know that I cried for you, your mom, and Charlie. I didn’t know your dad for very long-just the 2 years that I’ve had you in my class-but during that time I came to know that he was marvelous man who cared so deeply for you. You are such a lucky girl to have had someone who loved you so dearly. He was very special.

I’m really glad that you wrote this, it brought tears to my eyes too. I would love to see you write more here on your blog about your Dad, I know the two of you created some very special memories together and this would be a great way to share those wonderful memories even when you don’t feel much like talking about it. This is a great place to get your feelings out-and remember that it’s normal to feel a huge variety of feelings about missing your Dad.

Remember what I told you-I am here for you forever and ever…we can laugh (wait, wait, wait!), we can cry (and you KNOW how good I am at THAT!), or we can just talk or even blog!

I’d love to hear more stories about your Dad!

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Sarah,

I’ve wanted to say I’m sorry about your dad for so long! Sometimes even as adults we don’t know exactly how. I didn’t because I didn’t want to intrude and because even though I know who you are we have not spoken one on one. However, I have kept an eye from afar asking your teacher about how you are and letting her know that if you needed me I was there.

Now I tell you what I have wanted to say, “I’m very sorry about your dad.” I also want you to know that my door is always open and I would GREATLY enjoy hearing about your dad and how wonderful he was. I hope you will.
Miss Mercado

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Brittany:

Hey Sarah. Its Brittany. when i heard about your dad…it made my heart swell up. Even though i didn’t know him that well, i still think that he was a wonderful man. He raised you to be a well mannered and beautiful young lady, inside and out. I feel what you are feeling. i lost my grandmother not too long ago and she was my best friend. i know that i don’t know you that well…but you can talk to me, about anything. Girl-to-girl you know? and here’s my number in case you ever want to talk or whatever. (see Mrs. Hulburt to get the number).

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Sarah,

I have to say that you and your family have always had a special place in my heart. Frankie has been very blessed to have a friend like you in his life for the past 10 years. Your dad and mom have always welcomed us with open arms. When I found out the sad new about your dad my heart broke for you, your mom, Charlie, and the rest of your family.

Your dad was so devoted to you, your sister, and your mom. He was a true gentleman who was committed to his family and always put all of you first. I truly believe he is your guardian angel and will always be with you.

If you are ever in need of anything Ms. Sarah we are here You are truly special to both of us. God Bless you sweetie.

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Sarah,
My mom died when I was 11. I remember thinking it seemed wrong that the sky was still blue and that people were laughing when my mom was dead. That was forty years ago now and I still miss her.
We wonder why, but we may never know. It’s OK to tell people you’re sad. It’s OK to cry. And people will not know what to say. Your mom has the same feelings you have.
Remember your dad loved you. You loved your dad. Hold on to that love. It will get better.

Ms. D.

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thanks able I think its good to but not so great because I don’t want to make every boady sad I’m just telling how I feel.

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i am so sorry but he was really coooool

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Well Sarah I now your not trying to make your story sad but the way you wrote it made us all sad

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I went to your dads funeral and I was crying worse than a little baby.

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Sarah, we aren’t sad because of what you wrote, we feel sad because we care about YOU and it hurts us terribly to see you lose your dad.

Remember what I’ve always told you, excellent writing is writing that comes from your heart. And sometimes, what is in your heart will make people laugh, will make them angry, will make them wonder, and yes…sometimes even make them cry.

Please continue sharing with us how you feel…I for one would love to hear more about your Dad. I was reading some of the comments he wrote on your blog a while back and I noticed that he suggested you write about a motorcycle trip you all took to Ruidoso. Did you ever go to Silver City? Maybe you could tell us about those adventures!

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Sarah,

Parents hold a special place in our heart, especially when it’s someone as special to you as your father. I have never met your father, but you are a wonderful young lady, and if he’s anything like you…he is a great man! Don’t ever forget those motorcycle rides you two shared or those moments he made you laugh.

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Sarah,

I want you to know that you can always talk to me about how you are feeling. I know it is hard and I am having a really hard time talking about it also. Anytime we talk, it doesn’t always have to be sad. We can always talk about all of the really great things we all did together as a family. It is so important for you and I to do that more often so that Charlee can remember Daddy the way we do.

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Sarah,
I knowhow you feel,my…my…well this is hard for me to say but,my Dad died to…five years ago and my best friend died four years ago .We knew each other since we were 3 months old

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Sarah,
I know you will always remember the fun things you did with your daddy, he was a GREAT Daddy. We will all miss him each and everyday so we should talk about the good times we shared with him because that will keep him alive in our hearts forever. When ever you feel you want to talk call me, I will always be here for you, your mommy, and Charlee.
I am also excited about going to Montana this summer! It will be the GREATEST trip ever.

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