
03/07/2024
Joy unspeakable…You made it Dad.
Dad and cousin Matt. My two great advocates. You both shaped so much of me and I’m desperately lost without you. I’m trying fellas, but the world looks so different suddenly.
Mike Ashum Sr. You were an endless well of forgiveness. You were a model of faith. You were a rock on which we all stood. You didn’t understand everything about me, yet you allowed my imperfections to work themselves out. You were proud of me and you really knew me. As others attacked you. You extended love and understanding. As others walked away, you walked towards.
Some might not see our similarities, but you taught me to walk boldly, head up, into any moment. You made me unafraid of criticism and neighsayers. You showed me it was better to lean into hope, rather than focus on any fear. So in turn, I can live afraid of nothing. I sit under the protective watch of the God of Angel armies. You are me and I am you. You go before me and again you remain my hero. I’ll see you soon.
What will I do without you Dad. I miss you so much. I love you so much. I’ll always need you. I need you now.