Carbless Happiness

Donald E. Clark 1949-1996
He was a wonderful, kind, strict, funny, hardworking dad. He was also agreat friend, great mechanic, kind neighbor, and a gentle giant. I amgrateful to have had him as my Dad and I am amazed at how well he knew me.My Dad taught me how to change the oil, repair a transmission and how towork hard. But he also taught me the importance of reading the scriptures,being a good listener and being kind. I, of course, took all of that forgranted. I have his journal which helps a bit. I only have a few picturesbut I have lots of wonderful memories.

It will be 13 years on Jan 7th since his death and I have not stoppedthinking about him. Everyday the pain is as raw as that first day withouthim. I believe that we are an eternal family, I will see him again. Butuntil then I will long to hear his voice, to feel his reassuring hand uponmy shoulder and to see his great smile. I know he would have loved myhusband and my children. I hope he would have been proud of my life and thechoices I have made. But above all I just wish I could have seen his face onmy important days.

Monday, October 21st would have been my Dad's 59th birthday. I still love him so much.