A letter to Mom and Dad-#LOH contest 160

Hello everyone, It's been a joy to share my thoughts in writing, even though I've been struggling with sadness. My dad my biggest fan passed away last year June and my mom, my cheerleader, passed away October 11, 2023. It was so unexpected and it's left me feeling very hurt and devastated.

It was hard to think about my both parent after they passed away, so tried getting rid of all their photos and put away anything that reminded me of them.

Reminders of both of them were painful at first, but they soon became a source of comfort. I just felt like i wanted to see their face, hear their voice, and talk about them.

The death of your parents can make it feel like the world stops turning, even though everything else keeps going on.
As the seasons change and the world goes on, it can feel like time stands still for you. Your brain may struggle to understand how someone can be gone and yet still feel close.

They were not only my parent but my best friends and closest confidants, when they died; it felt like a huge part of me was gone as well.

Instead of thinking of this emptiness as a void, i view it as a testament to the love and impact they both had on me.
Because i knew what it was like to be joyful with my parents in my life, their loss has left me in despair.
I miss my them every day. I hope they knew how much I cared for them, and how much I still love them.

Even though it's not possible, I wish I could visit my parents in heaven and tell them the things I never had the chance to say when they were alive, I just wish i could hug them, hear their voice and see them again.

Hey Dad and Mom
I want to thank you both. You guys have shaped me into the person I am now with your strength and love. You've made a lasting impact on my life.
You guys never gave up on us, and your perseverance has taught me so much. I'm so grateful for the life you've given us and the life lessons you've taught me and my sibling.

Mom and Dad, I'm grateful for your constant presence in my life, and for teaching me the importance of self-care. I know you both will be proud of the things I've achieved, but I also know you two would scold me for my mistakes.

But what I want you guys to know that the time we had together meant the world to me. We are eternally grateful for all the sacrifices both of you made and the hardships you endured to give us the life we have today.

I apologize for the times you both had to cry and suffer for our sake. I'm sorry we couldn't give you guys the life you both really deserved. You both were my rock when I felt lost and unsupported, and I was yours. You both were my support system through it all.

We miss you dearly, Mom and Dad, and you will always be in our hearts. I promise to take care my sister, and make you both proud, wherever you are. Rest in peace knowing we will be okay, and know that you have brought us so much joy.

We love you Mom and Dad and we miss you both.

Mama A.K.A Your first daughter

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