Dad's 100th

Strolling through the realms of time

Reminiscing old stories, you often told              

Smiling at those loving memories

As tale upon tale of yesterdays unfold

Life goes on for those left behind

Five years elapsed, where have they gone 

Today you reach your century mark

Great honours to you, we bestow upon

Your memory lives on, deep in our hearts

You never departed at all, dear Dad

And, forever thankful to God, we are

For all the wonderful years we had

Let us now lift up our glasses in a toast

As we, your loving family, loudly proclaim

How thankful we are for the love you gave

And take your blessings as we salute your name

Happy 100th Dad!    

My dear Dad passed away five years ago at the great age of 95.  He was born on 19th February 1915. So, had he lived five more years, he would be celebrating his 100th birthday on 19th February 2015. 

He's no longer with us in person but that's no reason not to celebrate. Therefore, I'm flying to Ireland this week, to my hometown, to have a wonderful get-together with my brothers & sisters.  I'm certain himself and our dear Mom will be looking down on us from Heaven with a smile on their faces as we reminisce about the good old days.

The photo shows my parents on their wedding day in 1955.  I've included Dad's pipe in the photo as it's a precious memento of him.  When I picture him I always see him smoking his beloved pipe.