Why I don't LOVE February 13th
For me February 13th has nothing to do with buying flowers, jewelry, candy or chocolate. I'm not superstitious so its not the number that bothers me. I also love my wife, so I better get her something for the 14th... This year the 13th isn't even on a Friday so i don't have to worry about scary movies. On February 13th 2003 I lost my Father. Less than 2 months after Graduating College. I felt all alone in the world. In a time when fathers don't always hold the greatest reputation or even take charge of their role in the family I can really look back and say my dad was a great Father, Dad & Friend. It has taken me a long time to put feelings into words. For one His passing left a huge void in my life. One that could only be filled by the Love of God. My father was the kind of guy who attended every Track meet and every band concert and encouraged me to follow my dreams... even if his dreams for me were a little different. I think he only told me once that he dr...