Sunday marked the 3 year anniversary of my dad's death. My dad and I used to attend Reds games together and since his death I have attended Reds games by myself to commemorate that time we shared and to remember him. I usually attend on Father's day but since I don't know where I will be this Father's day, I went Sunday!
I had a friend with me this time which was fun and so I hadn't thought a whole lot about my dad. So, when we went to sit down, someone else was in our seats and we settled into some a couple of rows ahead. Well, then along came two others to sit in the seats next to us, a single father with his 9 year old daughter. As I type this the tears are fresh as I realize how fabulous the God I serve is. It was a great reminder as to how my dad and I enjoyed each others company, though neither of us were perfect in our relationship and it was strained at times due to his alcoholism. The little girl was sassy, as I was, and she even got put on the scoreboard while singing Take Me Out to the Ballgame!
I just thank God for the reminders of how GOOD He is and how good my dad and I were, in the midst of the busy weekend!
AND...Most important! HAPPY BIRTHDAY RYAN!
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I am an avid Cincinnati Reds fan... I came to your site through Pete Wilson's blog because I saw your post title "Ohio"... My family lives in the Columbus, Ohio area. Which part of Ohio did you move to?
Hey Tony! Thanks for stopping by! I LOVE THE REDS TOO! If you scroll down, I have some pics from opening day too! I moved up here to Martins Ferry, OH. It is right across the river from Wheeling. I will be working on fund raising for a children's home in Romania and then eventually hope to move there to work!
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