Sent by Louise on 01/04/2009

Well Dad, I am 44 years old now! All day on my birthday I kept thinking about where and what we did together last year. You really were so unwell then, but I had no idea that I would only have 2 more months to be with you. When I look back, which I do often at the time we had together in those brief and short months you were unwell, I ask myself "did I say everything I wanted to say to you?" Please know Dad I love you and miss you so much. Mum is working so hard in your garden and it is looking lovely. We have bought a lovely bench as a memorial to you our Great Dad, Grandad and of course Husband, and put it down on the patio overlooking the river. It looks lovely and I hope to spend some time in the summer just sitting on it taking in the view! Love you Dad. x