Last Sunday's first reading got to me and sure made me think about and miss my Dad:
Sirach Chapter 3
12 My son, be steadfast in honoring your father;
do not grieve him as long as he lives.
13 Even if his mind fails, be considerate of him;
do not revile him because you are in your prime.
14 Kindness to a father will not be forgotten;
it will serve as a sin offering—it will take lasting root.
15 In time of trouble it will be recalled to your advantage,
like warmth upon frost it will melt away your sins.
I hope that I was appropriately considerate of him, even as his mind failed him. I know there were times of significant frustration, and hopefully, those sins will be offset by the kindness I tried to show.
Even in his worst condition - unable to recognize me and barely able to speak - I still miss seeing him.
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