Father's day is quickly approaching and I remember when we had Anthony - oh how proud you were that you had a "son" to carry on your name as only you would say.  Well, as you know, he has lived up to all of your expectations.  You know that Anthony is a GOOD boy, always respectful and cheerful and loving and kind.  All the things parents are very proud of.  You did good Dad.  YOU were a great father, husband, son, brother, friend and always there for ANYONE who needed you.  I know you are with your Lord now.  

And then eight years later, we adopted Tony, you were hesitant, but I wanted him so bad and you allowed me to have my way.  Be with him in spirit.  He needs you more than you know. 

 Love you, always, Nad.

Hi Honey - here I am writing memorials - if we could only talk about things, even though some of it was just mundane stuff.  What I would not give just to hear your voice and that laugh of yours.  You were always the optimistic one - believing - your faith amazes me.  I can now look back and say - yes - you were truly faithful to God and your family.  You are my angel and I know that you are looking down on me and the boys.  I miss our phone calls in the morning and evenings. I miss hearing your voice.  Just missing you.  Love you always, Nad.

I miss you sooooo much.  I am still waiting for you to call me to come and pick you up at the truck stop.  It is still like you are on the road and you will be home soon.  God, how I miss you.  Wishing I could tell you how much I love you and wishing you were here - your 53rd birthday is coming up.  We looked forward to growing old and enjoying our old age and grandchildren.  I know with every fibre of my being that you would have made a GREAT grandpa.