Capt Ron says: Did a little decorating for Christmas for my 85 yo Dad… It’s nothing extravagant but just enough to help get him into the season, It gets harder and harder every year it seems to be looking forward to Holidays especially such as Christmas after the loss of so many Family and friends In the last few years , We lost My Sister Valerie who passed unexpectedly from Breast Cancer and was the most humble hearted most selfless sister and friend that cared only about others especially making sure her children had even if she did not and in less then a year my Younger Brother Robbie from cancer a true friend and Brother that Never knew a stranger and would give his last breath to anyone that needed it and then 6 months later My Precious Mom who died partly of a broken heart from losing two of her children in such a short and unexpected time ,She was the Matriarch of our large family and held us all together and showed us all what Family is all about and My Oldest Sister Brenda to cancer, She was the most self sufficient strong hearted women and sister anyone could have in their corner so as you can tell Life is Beautiful and Mean all into one , So Live each and every day knowing our times are limited and there are no do overs and Tell and show anyone you care about that You Love them and hug them like today is the last day you will be with them on this earth before it’s too late.. I was Lucky I had the chance to say goodbye to each and everyone of them, So to that I have no regrets , My only regret is that I had no control over when that time would come. #family #christmastree #christmaslights #christmasdecorations #virginia #nanaandpoppopshouse #familyforever #mawouldofwanteditthatway #esva #commercialwaterman #brothersforlife #sister #friends #crabs #fishing #southerncrabber #southernliving #saltlife #realsaltlife #skifflife
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fish_game_assassin187
@southerndudeva your story made me get tears im truly sorry for all your losses and all the sadness and grief you and your father have bared. Life gives you the most pain and heartaches and losing so many dear to us makes you question many paths in life. I give you all my support and strength to help your family get stronger.. keep the ones close to you and always appreciate the moments we all take for granted?? you are a great son and brother! May there sould be at peace watching down on what light you have brought to your fathers eyes. ?for your mother, ❤️ for your sister, and ?? for your brother. #staystrong friend
fish_game_assassin187
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southerndudeva
@fish_game_assassin187 Thank you so much for your words and prayers I wear my heart on my sleeve so I tend to be too forward in my thoughts online which may be a sign of weakness I wear as a badge of honour if my openness has even just a smidgen of chance to remind others to Live life knowing we don’t always have tomorrow, Thank you my friend
fish_game_assassin187
@southerndudeva im covered in tattoes and look the way i look but doesnt mean when the heart is brocken we cant talk about it friend. There is no shame in that not even one percent. We lost our dog and i didnt even care how i would sound to others. The true meaning of a real person is just this. Reality being true and knowing what pain is. You have alot on your shoulders and you need to stop for a minute and let it out. Thank you for sharing your memories and your life with all of the people out here. Continue to do so as it will make you feel alot better inside.??
southerndudeva
Thank you and you know the same in return as we spoke of Chopper and my Black Labs Charlie and Daisy Mae (rip)
iambecky24_7
I can’t imagine losing family like that. My parents are both elderly and not in great health now. My heart breaks to see them dwindling away. They live within sight of me so I’m fortunate to be so near and spend so much time with them. My brothers are truly missing out on these memories. Hope you and your dad and family continue to heal and have a very nice Christmas. Memories are wonderful at this time of year!
southerndudeva
@iambecky24_7 bless you for being there for your parents and I know it’s both a blessing and a curse to be living so close to them I pray you have many many more years of having them in your life and so many memories to carry you thru. I hope you and your parents have a wonderful Christmas also and Thank you for your kind words. Merry Christmas ?
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