My Dad by pscott
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When my mother was lying in the hospital, in a coma, and we knew that there was no hope, that miracles happen only to other people, I overheard my father say to my aunt, on the phone, "I love you, too."
I was sitting in my mother
Comments (18)
jas55
Another subtle and deeply touching gem of writing. Your human touch is a genuine gift and I'm glad that you share it with us. Please post more of your writing. Have you ever thought of doing a book?
stevermstrong
You and I could talk for hours about our parents...my mom left 20 years ago and I still miss that smile. Wonderful, wonderful story Pat... and even though my dad only tells us he loves us when drinking, I can't imagine not telling mine that I love them as often as I can, with a hug. Your dad is a blessed man, but I guess he knows that. I'm glad to see the Mothers Day pic is still up for viewing...you too are blessed. cya
adm5050
That is one heck of a nice piece of writing and a very touching story!!
kansas
I could hardly read this for the tears in my eyes. It reads like it was written about my own father. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for saying the words I could never write.
meico
Like kansas this brought tears to my eyes ... it showed me just how much love I have missed. Words are not always the only, or even the most important, signs of affection as you have so superbly illustrated in this most moving of tributes. I just hope my children love me half as much. Plaudits [and thanks] to you, my friend for a wonderful piece of writing.
jocko500
I sit here not know who you are or your dad is but I am crting like a baby now if he still here on earth tell him happy father day for me
untalented
Pat,that is just beautiful! I love your writing. That was very touching and it reminds me of my mom's up-coming service in July. I keep wracking my brain for a eulogy,but I am not a writer. You have a true gift. God bless you and your family,friend.
hobbit
This is such a touching piece, beautifully written as always my friend.
ann0314
IOK I am done crying now LOL...I don't know my father very well he dropped out of my exsistance when I was 3 not from death but from choice. It is nice to know that there are men out there deserving of the name "Father or Dad" ...even if they are of few words...honestly your father is right not to say it...words are empty. He has shown you how to love and what love should be...and that love will pass to your sons and spread through your family for generations...words die...that kind of love lives forever in a family...TRUELY BEAUTIFUL AND EXCELLENT!!!! I AM STILL CRYING :O) VOTE
Jalen
my response to this is..wow...although u werent hearing them u knew you were loved..u had him take time for you...i never got that cause their was no father figure..the one i had..my uncle died playing with me..too much exertion i cant bring him back and say im sorry...sigh...as for ur mom on her deathbed..you got everything i didi not..and it was reenforced by her stares right through me yet smile for everyone else..even my kids got to say i love you and got it in return...i received nothing..and it will never b given ...ur very blessed and lucky...u described it all beautifully....your reality and knowing you were loved ...this same scenario..its my nightmare...sigh...God Bless..L:0)
classyladytwo
This is so beautiful, words from the heart so deep and indearing. I know I can relate to everything you have written here I lost my Dad 4 years ago Mom over 2 years now I didn't get to say goodbye to Dad yet as a child he and I were always close more so then with my Mom yet we did have a chance to say goodbye she was in a semi coma suddenly she sat up and said she was leaving soon and I couldn't go with her this time. they were the best parents ever each showing their love in different ways yet the meaning was always there. Reading this does bring back a lot of memories, memories of what once was. God Bless :) thanks for sharing
maud
This is such a touching piece! beautifully written. God bless you and your family! I speak only french, that's why I can't say what I think about that.
ObsidianLogic
snif snif cry cry wonderful gad i must get out of the dumps ... what a wonderful artical my dad passed 13 years ago last weak he welcomed my 14 yr old nefew home he wont mind helping to father andy for god im sure awsome work my friend awsome
Andromeda31
This is a really wonderful tribute to your Dad. I understand the emotional barriers that people build to keep their true emotions hidden, but they always seem to have vulnerabilities to them! Excellent & Emotional writing...I really enjoyed it!!! :)
vjerana
Sorry I am late! This is great tribute! V!!!
roadrunner69
MISS PAT (Wink!) .... First, this is/was a magnificently written piece .... VOTE .... second, and more importantly, however, the depth of emotions you convey and the 'how' you convey them all is a showcase for a want-to-be writer ....some people have talent, some have emotion, few have 'both'.... I lost my dear father almost 4 years ago .... I understand, completely, as he was so like your father in 'style' and 'substance' .... I think it was a 'generational' thing? .... Keep hugging and loving those sons of yours .... show them it's 'ok' to show affection outwardly, even for a 'guy' .... finally .... "You're scaring the fish!"(wink!) .... BEEP! BEEP! (ultimate roadrunner69 compliment).... brian. (P.S....I'm not sure who was 'luckier' .... you or your dad???).... brian.....VOTE (did I tell ya' this is great?)
logiloglu
this is a wonderful tibute to your Dad.you touched my heart,Pat.there is so much LOVE in your family. !!!!!!!!!!!! #:O) !!!!!!!!
TallPockets
Did I tell ya' this was GRRRRREAT??? WINK.