My father loved unconditionally and tried to help everyone as much as he could. My father also loved life and lived well; he enjoyed organic food and was very health conscious. My father was never one to judge, rather, he was one to overlook contention, for the greater good. My father told me often to always carry on with calness, patience and understanding for others. We are not here to judge, but enjoy our time to the best of our abilities.
My father was not an overly emotional person, often having difficulty expressing inner feelings. But I knew he loved his kids/family to a great extent. My mother often says to me, that the reason I am here is because of my dad, as he wanted a girl,,,,therefore kept trying. Thank you dad! I often remember his very charasmatic ways, he charming smile and calm lookaways, to mean, that he always was ok with what I said. My father was a person, who accepted people face value and he was trusting of others.
My father and I had a very special connection, "clothes", we both loved clothes,,,I think he and I could have opened up a department store. We loved the freedom that shopping provided and just loved options, this I will never forget. I remember, my father bringing me outfits and how we bonded over these moments. My father was not an overly expressive person, but we all know, that the love he had for us, was deep and everlasting.
My father will always be remembered for how he cared about people, whether they were co-workers, clients, strangers, neighbours, professionals and friends. My father would often say, to let things go, not to ponder on what cannot be changed, but to have the fortitude to grow from our mistakes. My father was pivotal in my life, in that he often empowered me, to follow my dreams and do what makes me happy. My father encouraged us to always think before leaping and that he was always my father, no matter what and would always help me, no matter what!
My father was also a loving grandfather, who loved his grandchildren dearly. My father often stated, that he loved his children and grandchildren very much. My father will always be remembered in my heart as my protector, someone I turned to for guidance and comfort. My father was a fair person, attributing positive qualities to all; he will always be remembered for this. My father was also a generous man and where ever he went, people admired and loved him. My father was quite the historian, as he would often discuss Portuguese history with enthusiasm and honor. He was very proud of his Portuguese heritage. My father had one brother and parents who lived in Australia, he often wrote to his family and kept in touch, with friends over seas. My father was a social person, developing strong bonds and love for those he cared about.
I know that my life will be changed forever, my father was my protector, he gave me a sense of safety and security. I know that I will no longer be able to see my father, but I will always remember the love we shared. I will forever cherish his memory and let it live on. Pai, every time I think of you, my heart still fills with pride, though I will always miss you. I know, Pai, that you're by my side, in laughter and in sorrow, in sunshine and in rain, I know you're watching over me, until we meet again. I love you forever Pai, thank you for giving me life, wonder, joy and happiness, for this I am grateful,,,,until we meet again,,,,love you Pai.
