Hi Daddy - I can't believe it's been a year today since you left us. Even though it's been a year - it seems like it was yesterday. This is something Uncle Sonny had for Aunt Shirley : Afterglow I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one I'd like to leave an afterglo of smiles when life is done I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways Of happy times and laughing times and bright sunny days I'd like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun Of happy memories that I leave when life is done. I like that - there are some really special memories I'll never forget. There's a bond between fathers and daughters. It's a heart to heart understanding and a love that will always be there. Thanks Daddy for the way you've touched my life, shared my laughter and my tears and for loving me unconditionally. Being your daughter is a gift God gave me that I will always treasure. I would give anything to have just one more time to hug you and tell you I love you and just sit with you - but one day I will see you again and the one thing that helps is knowing that you are in no more pain or suffering - just remember I love you and you'll always be my Daddy. Love you and miss you. Cheryl 8:48 p.m. October 3, 2008