Everyone has lost a loved one whether it is sudden or expected, it is never an easy thing to go through. However, if you are fortunate enough to have your loved ones with you today then do not take that for granted. Never let a day go by where you do not tell them how much you love them. I have to live my whole life without knowing my dad and this is something I have struggled with over half of my life. With that being said, through the process, I have learned that God has a reason for all things. The Lord knows what is best for us. If you are reading this and you struggle with the lost of a loved one just know that you are not alone. I hope this message helps. Here are ten things I would tell my dad if I could.

1. I miss you

There is not a day that goes by where I do not think about you.

2. I love you

Although I never got the chance to know you, I still have an overwhelming love for you in my heart.

3. Apparently, I am just like you

I look like you and act like you so you must have been a pretty awesome dude. I remind several people of you and I am glad that I can be a small part of you.

4. I will make you proud

I have big plans for my life and I will stop at nothing to fulfill them. I am very stubborn (I think I get that from you) and will not allow anyone to get in the way of my dreams.

5. I am naming my son after you

I made up my mind years ago that someday, there will be another Curtis running around. Hopefully, he will turn out to be at least half of the man you were.

6. I know you are watching over me

You are my guardian angel and I sure am glad.

7. I cannot wait to meet you

I will see you in Heaven someday where there will be no more pain or sorrow. I know you are in a good place and I will be there with you. God willing several years from now.

8. I do wonder

Sometimes I wonder what life would be like if you were here. I remember asking where my dad was when I was three years old and when I was told the truth, I did not understand. Honestly, I will never understand why you were taken from us at such a young age but they say the good die young.

9. I get sad

I am sad that I will someday have to tell my kids that they will never get to meet their grandad but God has a plan for everything.

10. You would have been a great dad

I am completely convinced that you would have been a fantastic dad. I know that if you were here I would be hunting and fishing with you all the time.