Maria --- While I never knew your sweet Daddy, I know his daughter. And, it's clear that he was an amazing man to help raise someone as thoughtful and caring as you are. We can tell a lot about a person by the people they create and share with the rest of us. Clearly, you are his gift to the rest of us, which tells me your dad had some wonderful attributes.
We both lost our fathers this year, but we had the gift of their presence in our lives for longer than most, as I'm often reminded. I hope that thought gives you some comfort.
Nancy