Memorial Day and Its Personal Cost

 Memorial Day always brings to mind my Dad. 

He served yet his service caused irreparable damages that wouldn't be seen for many years.
These damages were stealthy, damaging as they made their way throughout his body.
By the time there were physical signs it was already too late. But efforts were made,
we had hope that maybe he could hold on a little longer. Maybe a new treatment would be
discovered. But his service in Vietnam exposed him to Agent Orange. And it worked all too
well. It affected him on a cellular level, altering tissue, lying in wait, and taking his life too soon.
He was only in his 50s and never had the opportunity to see his daughters step into the roles that
life would offer them. His love of the written word had an impact and I appreciate the love of
book he shared with me.
I wish you had been able to write the books you had planned to.
May the words I share be a legacy to honor both you and our Heavenly Father.