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The Other Girls's avatar

I don't have a lot of functional words beyond I'm sorry and I'm glad you got that time with him in the end. It will provide a kind of solace that a million condolences never can.

David C. Roberson's avatar

Thank you. It's honestly enough to know you care. 🙂

Jarrett S. Smith's avatar

Thank you for sharing. It hit hard, and I can't imagine going through it, though I know I will one day. Here if you need anything.

Death is hard. I don't know what else to say.

David C. Roberson's avatar

Thank you! I also don’t know what to say. It took me a while to say what I did!

C.C. Harlow's avatar

Very vulnerable piece. I'm thankful you shared this, because it allows us to see into your grief and extend a hand to say that you're not alone. I lost my father to illness as well, so I understand the different layers of pain even though they are unique to you. Much love to you and your family in these trying times. This was a beautiful text.

David C. Roberson's avatar

Thank you, C.C. I am thankful you found value in my writing, and that so many here on Substack have reached out to me in this time. I'm sorry for your loss as well.

C.C. Harlow's avatar

There is always value in writing, especially during hard times. Thank you for sharing this, it honors your father in a very special way. 🤍