To my darling Dad,
I’ve thought long, hard, and have struggled with suitable words to provide a tribute to you and express my feelings. Growing up as your Son I’ve always thought you would be there for us. Now you’re not, your passing has left such a void in our lives. I will forever remember sharing your final few days, reminiscing, laughing, sharing and comforting you as your health failed. So many people don’t have the opportunity to have such an extended period to say good-bye to a loved one. I hope you will enjoy the Louis Armstrong song we chose for your funeral. This for me expresses life, love and simplicity of our time on this planet. It also encompasses that although a life time passes relatively quickly it can also be rich and fulfilled, with a life well lived like yours…..
We have all the time in the world
Time enough for life to unfold
All the precious things love has in store
We have all the love in the world
If that's all we have, you will find
We need nothing more
Every step of the way
Will find us
With the cares of the world
Far behind us
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
You will always be in my heart.
Paul
Paul
28th April 2024