19/01/2025
7 Years Without You, Dad
Today marks 7 years since my dad passed away suddenly. I was just 22, and my world turned upside down. Unless youāve been through it yourself, there are no words to truly explain what itās like to lose a parent. The ache of knowing youāll never see them again, the bittersweet comfort of only having photos and memories left, and the endless āwhat ifsā that never seem to leave your mindāitās something you carry with you every single day.
Now, as a parent myself, the loss hits differently. The hardest part is knowing that Chester will never get to meet his grandad. Heāll never hear his voice, laugh at his stories, or feel his hugs. Thatās a pain Iāll always carry, but Iāll make sure Chester knows exactly who his grandad was. Iāll share every story, every moment, every memory so he knows how much he was loved, even though they never got to meet.
Grief doesnāt have a timeline. Some days it feels raw and fresh, and other days it feels distant, but the love and the memories never leave. I miss him so much, and the hole he left can never be filled.
To anyone who has lost a parent, I see you, and Iām sending you so much love today. Itās a pain that reshapes you and teaches you how precious life is. Hug your loved ones, make the most of every moment, and please never take a single second for granted. Life is fragile, but love is forever.
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