this is tough

[_the_joshua]

i lost the main man that i love this afternoon. my father passed at 2:42pm on July 13th. luckily, he was able to come home for 3 days only to give us our closure. yesterday, i told my dad that he kicked a lot of ass along the way and thanked him for giving me everything i've ever wanted. i told him that i was going to take care of mom and the

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[glamdeluxe]

Wow Josh, I'm really sorry. It's difficult to imagine what that feels like, but it seems like you handled that time with an incredible amount of strength and compassion. And wisdom. You intuitvely knew exactly what was needed. No wonder your dad's so proud of you. I don't like past tense either.

Thinking about you.

[_the_joshua]

thank you.

[amazonneden]

I only met your dad a few times, but I know that to have raised a son like you, he must be amazing. Josh, all I want right now is to make everything stop hurting for you. I am so glad you had the opportunity to spend these past few days with him, just like I did with my grandma. We're blessed like that, even though it doesn't make it any easier now that he's gone. You have that to hold on to. I love you and your mom so much that it tears my heart to pieces to think of both of you having to go through this. I wish there was something i could do, something I could say, but nothing can compare to a lifetime with such an extraordinary guy. Hold tight to that. I've been praying every chance I get for you guys. Don't think that is going to stop. You are always in my heart. I'll be there soon. Love and kisses.

[kitten23]

I'm not sure there is any "right" thing to say in times like these, and I know you already know this, but I am always here for you, day or night. And I am thinking about you and your family constantly. I'm very thankful that you got some closure with the situation and that your dad's suffering wasn't prolonged. I care about you loads and am here if you need anything. Noelle will bring you a great big hug from me! Take care of yourself

[natorgator]

Holy shit dude, I'm really sorry. I can't even imagine what that's like. Hang in there...

[anonymous]

It's ok to never speak in past tense, because your Dad will always be with you. He's a part of you, and always will be. I hope you're doing ok, considering, and I hope the healing process finds you well. I'd love to give you a huge hug soon.

-Jen