In Memory of Ronnie Dee Jeffries
This page is to remember my dad, Ronnie Dee Jeffries (57), who passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at 8:30 in the evening. He was surrounded by his family in his last hours, including me, whom he affectionately called his darling daughter baby. I am so thankful to God that I was able to be there with him before he departed this life. Though I miss him, I am grateful for the time I had with him. Blessed by the memories we made, the jokes and laughter we shared, all of it.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
I cannot believe it has been a month since you passed away. I feel like life has been one great big blur since then. I feel as if I may be stuck in November, even though the calendar suggests otherwise. I keep thinking about how you will never be able to walk me down the aisle if I get married. I keep coming across the sweater I bought you for Christmas in my apartment. The one I no longer know what to do with. Everyday I remind myself, God is in control. God is in control. Taking it one step at a time, one day at a time. Honestly, grief feels a little like Alcoholics Anonymous, though I'm just guessing. It hurts more that I can say, But even still, God is in control.
I cannot believe it has been a month since you passed away. I feel like life has been one great big blur since then. I feel as if I may be stuck in November, even though the calendar suggests otherwise. I keep thinking about how you will never be able to walk me down the aisle if I get married. I keep coming across the sweater I bought you for Christmas in my apartment. The one I no longer know what to do with. Everyday I remind myself, God is in control. God is in control. Taking it one step at a time, one day at a time. Honestly, grief feels a little like Alcoholics Anonymous, though I'm just guessing. It hurts more that I can say, But even still, God is in control.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
It is so difficult to tell others that my dad has passed away. It feels so awful every time.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Mom told me a new story about you. She said that when I was born, there were 8 or 9 inches of snow on the ground. When you, mom, and my aunt brought me home from the hospital, you were still picking up cab fares! Mom was furious, but I think it's kind of funny. I guess you wanted to bring home some more money since you had a new baby! Good to learn something new about you.
Monday, February 25, 2013
Thought of you on you and mom's anniversary. I wish you were still here. Trying to keep your voice alive in my life. I wonder what you would think about certain things, like that awful potato, onion, and blue cheese soup I made two weeks ago! You were always the adventurous type with food, so I know where I get that trait from :) I think you would be excited and proud for what I am doing with my talents. Every day I see your picture before I leave home and I want to continue living a life that would make you proud. I love you! P.S. Your mom misses you too.
It is so difficult to tell others that my dad has passed away. It feels so awful every time.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Mom told me a new story about you. She said that when I was born, there were 8 or 9 inches of snow on the ground. When you, mom, and my aunt brought me home from the hospital, you were still picking up cab fares! Mom was furious, but I think it's kind of funny. I guess you wanted to bring home some more money since you had a new baby! Good to learn something new about you.
Monday, February 25, 2013
Thought of you on you and mom's anniversary. I wish you were still here. Trying to keep your voice alive in my life. I wonder what you would think about certain things, like that awful potato, onion, and blue cheese soup I made two weeks ago! You were always the adventurous type with food, so I know where I get that trait from :) I think you would be excited and proud for what I am doing with my talents. Every day I see your picture before I leave home and I want to continue living a life that would make you proud. I love you! P.S. Your mom misses you too.
April 6, 2013
Hey dad. Mom and I took a cruise on the Patriot II yesterday with DC Harbor Cruises. It was such a beautiful cruise, even though it was a bit chilly. While sailing our thoughts turned to you. We know you would have enjoyed the cruise, especially the commentator who was very funny. We love you and we miss you. We have not forgotten you. Mom and I have been enjoying our time together so much that she stayed an extra day. Tomorrow she returns home. We know you are looking down on us from Heaven. We love you!
May 28, 2013
Thinking of you on the holiday. Wish I was there to visit today with mom and the fa,m. I love you!
Thinking of you on the holiday. Wish I was there to visit today with mom and the fa,m. I love you!