The Ache
Dear Dad,
It’s been over 6 years since you went home. So much has happened. Life just kept going no matter how I wanted it to stop for a little while as I tried to get the aching in my heart to go away. Shortly after you left us, we went through covid. It was a nightmare reality that thankfully is long gone. During covid, Pop Casto passed away. It was a rough time for Randy and me as we were adjusting to so many changes, challenges, and losses. God brought us through and I am thankful.
Maria graduated from HS and attends college in Nashville. Can you believe it? She ended up going to a Nazarene College in Tennessee! I am so proud of her. She is studying multi-media communications. She wants to be a writer/reporter You know what a talented writer she is!!
Tyler and Halle got married and now have the most precious baby boy named Brantley. You would love Him. He is the sweetest. This you will never believe- Tyler is working at Wedgewood. He is doing an amazing job with our digital marketing. He also works part time in our activity department. How blessed am I to see him every day?
A few months ago, Priscilla passed away. We are trying to, once again, get used to our new normal. I feel Randy and I are in another period of adjustments. As always God is faithful.
Looking back over the last 6 years I can see God’s hand in every situation. I love Him more each day. They say, “hindsight is 20/20.” I can look back over circumstances of the last 6 years and where I questioned why, I now see God’s because and God’s hand in everything.
Mom is doing ok, though I know she misses you. She lives in the Manor House now. She loves decorating and redecorating her room. Some things never change. Lol
Today I’m missing you like crazy. I feel the ache. I could use your advice. I would love to pick your brain if only for a few precious moments. It’s also the time of year for me to beat you in a game of Monopoly 😊.
All in all, everyone is doing just fine. We are doing our best to carry on the traditions we hold dear this time of year. You are right here with me every day. I love you, dad, so very much.
Love, your favorite daughter 😊