Hello my dear reader friends. It’s been a long week away… yet again. My dad passed away last week, and so, I was with my family. I had actually planned on visiting my dad as he wasn’t doing well, but upon touching down in Florida I got a feeling, which proved to be true. He passed the night before. Since I had such an early flight no one wanted to tell me the news until I got there. It’s funny, but I had no idea, no feeling, until we landed. And then, it was like a veil was lifted, and I knew. It is still so sad to talk about, but I wanted to share with why I’ve been away.
Here’s a photo of my dad, with my brother and I, taken in the mid 1960’s. You can see how much we loved our daddy.
I may be a little slow getting back to normal with my dolly things, but I am sure going to try. I was playing around a little today with Penny and some new wigs and eyes that arrived while I was away; that was fun.
Thanks for reading. Bye for now.
Cindy Rice Designs 
What an adorable photo of you, bro, and dad. Such a treasure. So sorry for your loss. My dad died 3 years ago. You never forget them, and it gets easier as time goes on. My thoughts are with you.
Thank you so much, Joy. No, we will never forget our dad. We have so many sweet memories to remember him by.
I’m so sorry for your terrible loss Cindy. I love your blog picture, what two little sweeties with their very handsome dad! He looks like he would be Mr. Roger’s nice. Take extra good care of yourself.
Thank you, Jane. And thank you for the reminder to take it easy on ourselves. I will think of your words when I feel particularly stressed; and will pass your words on to my siblings too.
So sorry for your loss of such a loving father. You’ll always remember the good times you had with him.
Thank you so very much, Susette. Thank goodness for all of the wonderful memories we have of my dad.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wonderful photo of you with your Dad and brother.
Thanks so much for your much needed prayers at this time, Diana. I appreciate them.
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Losses take time to get over. Take care.
Thank you, Becky. I will remember to take care and be patient; sometimes it is easy to forget to do that.
Thinking of you Cindy, at this most difficult time. You will always have the beautiful memories of your Dad.
Thanks so much, Sonia. Your thoughts are appreciated. Long lost (or so I thought) memories of him pop up continually. I’ve started writing them down as I don’t want to forget them.
Such a lovely picture – your loss is great and I’m sorry. Take the time to look at family pictures and relive the happy memories.
We are very thankful to have lots of pictures to remind us of our dad. Thank you for your condolences.
Dear Cindy, So sorry for your loss, the Lord be with you and for family. Sincerely, Irene
Thank you so very much, Irene. Your wishes are much appreciated as we remember our dad.
I miss my dad every single day, I know the pain. Blessings ❤
Thank you, Michele. It does help to remember that most everyone goes through this, and gets through it.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss, Cindy. That was a lovely photo of your Dad and I have a feeling you have many more of those moments to hold dear in your heart. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.
We DO have lots of memories; they pop up throughout the day when I am quiet and reflective. I have started writing them down as I don’t want to forget them. Thank you for your much needed thoughts and prayers, Susie.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family in the loss of your dearest Dad. Blessings and comfort to all.
We are patient and respect all the time you need to do whatever is needed for you.
Thank you, Wanda. Your condolences are much appreciated at this hard time in our lives. Also, thank you for your patience with me; I’m trying to get back to ‘normal’ today.
Dear Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing your father as my father-in-law I can only say he truly was a kind and gentle man who loved his children with no bounds. He touched many people and I feel so lucky to be one of those people.
Thank you, Heather. And, thank YOU for being so supportive, sweet, and patient during this difficult time; your presence helps so much. No, we will never forget Dad, that is for sure.
Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. What a sweet photo. Prayers to you and your family.
Thank you for your prayers and condolences, Regina.
I am so sorry for your loss! I will lift you and your family up in prayer!
Thank you so much for the prayers, Margaret. They are much needed at this time.
Bless you Cindy and your family. It is so strange how these things happen. Right before my father-in-law passed, my husband had one brother who wasn’t doing well and was a cause for worry for my mother-in-law. The morning after F-I-L passed during the night, my B-I-L was called and he said he knew and he was at peace. He said his dad had come to him in a dream and instilled him with peace. So strange. Anyhow, what a beautiful family you were.
Thank you, Jayne. What a great story and I love hearing them. They are wonderful, and give us so much hope. We have one too. On the night my dad passed, my sister-in-law was dreaming of a very bright light shining in the window; it was so bright that it woke her up. As she was waking my brother (or shortly after) to tell him, the call came in that my dad had passed. My dad and brother were very close. Thanks for sharing your story, Jayne.
What a beautiful photo of love with your Dad! I lost my Dad when I was 18. To have had your Dad with you for so many years, Cindy, is indeed a bucket of wonderful memories to treasure. I’m so sorry for your loss and will say prayers for your heart to have courage. Hugs.
I am so sorry that you lost your dad so young, Pennie. I do feel lucky to have had my dad so long. Thank you so much for your much needed prayers.
Dear Cindy, I’m very sorry for your loss and also sorry that you just didn’t make it there in time to see your dad before he passed away. I too arrived just a little after my dad died, having received a call to come and I drove like a maniac but was just that bit too late. But we have our memories and no-one can take those away from us. The photo of you, your brother and your dad is lovely, what a photo to cherish.
Sending big hugs from Spain xxx
Thank you, Sharon. I must have looked quite odd crying as I got off the plane and walked through the terminal, but I couldn’t help it, and I didn’t care either. Sorry you missed seeing your dad before he passed also.
Dear Cindy, I’m very sorry for the death of your father and I wish you a lot of courage to face this terrible times. Yesterday, it was 29 years since Mom passed away, she was 53 years old.
The photo is beautiful, you have wonderful memories of your Dad.
I hope to see you soon again.
Sincerely yours,
Catherine
Thank you so much, Catherine. I am sorry that you lost your mom when she was still quite young. I appreciate your good wishes. I’ve been working today, and it helps a lot.
Cindy, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. What a sweet photo of you with your father and brother; I know it is must be hard right now, but in time this picture will bring such happiness. Only time will make this loss any easier to bear. Sending prayers for comfort.
Thank you so much, Phyllis, for your prayers and comfort. They are much needed and appreciated at this time.
I’m so very sorry for your loss, Cindy. What a beautiful keepsake photograph.
Thank you so much, Marcia. My uncle left us with many slides he took of us when we were young. I will treasure them always.