As Father’s Day is still upon us, it is about time to sit back and appreciate how much your dad did for you. This holiday along with various events in your life, will always bring you to wonder how you would’ve spent that time if your dad was still alive. I’m not going to tell you that "Oh, those events really aren’t that important! You’ll be fine!", because, duh, that would be lying. Upon this holiday weekend, remember that your dad may be out of sight, but he is never out of mind.

I’m sorry that Father’s Day is no longer an exciting holiday.

The first time I experienced Father’s Day after my dad died, I was pretty angry. I was on social media (never a good idea when you’re mad), and I felt that everyone as taking their dad for granted. Realistically, I knew I was just suffering from the fact that my dad wasn’t here and I knew that everyone does love their dad. I was jealous and I still am. No matter how long it’s been since my dad has been gone, it will never make the pain easier.

I’m sorry if your dad has missed an important milestone birthday.

Movies have given me too much hope. In a movie, a child loses a father; then on birthday, the dad had already written out a letter with a gift and it’s wonderful. If that has happened to you in real life — fantastic, for the rest of us, it is a nice dream. I’m glad that my dad didn’t do that because it means that he thought he was going to be here celebrating. That’s the thing to remember; all your dads are celebrating you — just from a different viewpoint.

I’m sorry that your dad won’t be there to attend your high school/college graduation.

My dad was a huge nerd. A trait that seems only my brother got, while I took the term “C’s get degrees” to heart. My dad believed that I was just as equally smart as my brother, and he always wanted the best education for me. I can assure you, your dad is proud of you whether you just graduated from high school, trade school, community college or from a university.

I’m sorry that your dad won’t be walking you down the aisle.

I have yet to experience this, but I am not looking forward to it. I feel sad for girls who choose to not have their dad walk them down the aisle or want to walk alone. This is something that I hope no one ever takes for granted. Having your dad give you away at your wedding is symbolizing that your family approves of your spouse and knows that they are able to take care of you and love you. Even though your dad will be missed from this moment, you know deep down your dad wouldn’t have approved of any boy.

I’m sorry that your dad won’t be your best man at your wedding.

I had always though selfishly when it came to things my dad is missing out on. I was very jealous of my brother because my dad was there for his high school graduation and helped him move into his freshman dorm in college. Recently, I noticed that in many weddings a trend of having the groom’s dad as his best man, and I realized that my brother will also have a part of dad missing from an important step in life. No one can replace that spot that any dad is lucky to be apart of.

I’m sorry that your dad will never met his grandchildren.

It is a horrible feeling, knowing that your children will never meet their grandfather. I lost both of my grandfather’s before I turned three years old, and I was always envious of my cousins who actually knew who they were. There is no bright side to this, the only thing you can do is give your children all the stories of your dad and let them know how much he loved them.

But most of all, I’m sorry that your mom lost the love of her life.

This is the worst. I always knew my mom and dad had an amazing love, my mom was the ditsy blonde and my dad was the nerdy engineer. They both raised my brother and me in a Christian household environment, surrounded by love and laughter. Watching your mom grieve is something that I wish no one would have to go through. My mom will never "get over" losing the love of her life and her best friend, but I have never witnessed a stronger person. She is such a strong christian and takes whatever storms come her way, and I hope I can be half as good of a person as she is.

I pray that all your dads got that front-row seat in Heaven, watching you continue your journey.