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I'd also tell them not to grieve too long, for I've gone Home to be with the Lord........and I'll await their joining me there. I would want them to know that they were the reason that I lived; the reason I pressed on; the reason I went through thick and thin, challenge, defeat, heartache...............all for them, and gladly. They made my life complete, and without them.........my life would have been empty. I would thank them for being the most wonderful gifts a man could possibly receive, and I only regret that I left too soon.

Thanks for sharing this part. I think it is very important. I know after 9/11 I made certain I talked to my loved ones and told them what they mean to me. My sons are grown but my granddaughter is only nine. I have written letters to her for her future birthdays....and for her wedding day...in case I am not here to tell her in person the things I want to share with her on those wonderful days.

I know after 9/11 I made certain I talked to my loved ones and told them what they mean to me. My sons are grown but my granddaughter is only nine. I have written letters to her for her future birthdays....and for her wedding day...in case I am not here to tell her in person the things I want to share with her on those wonderful days.

Sometimes expressing our feelings (Republican feelings :)) are some of the most precious gifts we can share with our loved ones. We probably could all be reminded of this, from time to time. Thanks for sharing.

I have written letters to her for her future birthdays....and for her wedding day...in case I am not here to tell her in person the things I want to share with her on those wonderful days.

I am an emotional type and that almost brought tears to my eyes. I'm writing these Saturday. Thanks. BTW, I'm running an hour late staying on this thread (definately worth it)