I decided to take a break from trying to reach clients and to log onto Facebook.

 

I generally do outreach to potential clients on Saturday as it is a good day to get people outside of their work day. I genuinely enjoy dialing time because you never know what you are going to get. Humans are simply fascinating creatures.

 

When I logged onto FB, I saw a time-line memory in my personal feed about Dad discharging from the hospital. In just a few days FB will remind me of my dad’s unexpected passing. So much can change in just a moment.

 

Tomorrow is Father’s Day. It gives such a strong mix of feelings because I’m both a dad to four amazing kids and I’m a son that misses his Dad.

 

Emotions are complicated things at times. Father’s Day isn’t bitter sweet because my faith teaches me that I will see my Dad again and I will enjoy time with my kids. We hug a lot and they bring me so much joy. There is still some sadness though because my Dad isn’t on Earth. I miss being able to pick up the phone and calling Dad on special days but more so when doing some repair around the house.

 

I always asked his advice because Dad was a carpenter like his father before him. That man could cheapskate his way through repairs but he also could do some pretty wonderful work. Tomorrow I’m laying some floors after church and I’ll think fondly of him. I will see my Dad again in the Resurrection and for those of you who know my Dad, you know he will probably be late by at least a few hours because he took some short cut that added a few hours.

 

There is also joy because my Dad for all his imperfections, and there were many, he loved my mother. Dad paid for nearly 4 decades on his insurance policy and he provided one last time for Mom. If you don’t have life insurance then consider getting some. It can make a huge difference. Also if your dad is still around then call him, visit him, and enjoy that time.

To all, happy Father’s Day a day in advance. Tomorrow I’m going to lay some floors and think fondly of Dad.