HiDee Brian!

Not every man who has kids is capable of being a Father. It's very sad yours wasn't..in his younger years. But you've at least survived the Stepfather Years..& managed to re-connect & forgive &, it seems, to love this Guy who gave ya Life.

My Dad died when I was 4...I didn't appreciate my Stepdad until I was 21 or so...THEN we bonded. Dunno if I've yet forgiven Dad for Dyin'..or God for takin' him..but I do thank The Deity for sendin' me that Stepdad..& for us finally appreciating each other..with enough Time Left to enjoy each other before his time was up.

So, let me Thank YOU for sharing Your Love, Amigo. Somebody Raised Ya Right! (&, in his own way, we ALL owe Your Dad for bringin' ya into This Universe.)

I heard that song "In The Living Years" on the radio yesterday...always chokes me up/you'll see. You gave The Folks some Great Advice: "Re-Connect".

Sorry for such a Sad Visit to Tampa... My Condolences to ya, Amigo, hope it gets Easier from now on!

Big Guy-Hug,
Stan