A tribute to a loving dad

Writing about you in past tense still feels surreal having dealth this blow too early , twice a lifetime. I truly wish i could turn back the hands of time to dance, talk ( especially politics and nigeria at this time) and laugh raucously with you. Wondering what your bets will be on the elections and if your high hopes for the country will still be unshaken given current circumstances. 😊

Hubby and I still can’t forget your pleasurable conversation on bringing him home and your witty comment ” I approve of him physically” . A man of few words, let me break it down – “I like what i see, let us scrutinise the unseen” 🤣.

Our fondly titled “PAALE” – Can you hear me now? Did i mention to you, it was a hard time getting unaccustomed to the sound of a “thank you children” after each meal served, when i left to cleave? Oh yeah, unassumingly humble and excellent design engineer, always grateful for the all the things of life, little or great.!!!

You were a baby boy for life, i recall your visit while i was in the University. Standing beside me , my schoolmates teased me afterwards and swore you were my boyfriend ( laugh out loud) and rightly so. A good father should be a girl’s first love. Little wonder, its still a tough call getting over your transition to glory. 👌

It was not all carrots with my admirable father, it was sometimes sticks too especially for the older ones….Happy to have been spared most times from the sticks. Speaking of the competitive advantage of taking out time before coming to the playing field of daddy’s loving home( winks) . Looking back now, we know its all love.

I can go on about your daily routines which kept you agile till your glorious call. No one can ever take your place. You did your best within the confines of your God given capacity. You were safe and secure in your own skin, enjoying every moment with relish while taking each day at a time.

I miss your daily bible quotes on whatsapp, your messages and prayers…..and your consistent calls. I can be assured you will call me to check up on me within a week of not hearing from me….. Such great love and care…… I miss you so much and after a year plus still trying to be strong…………. Sun re oooooooo ( Sleep On ) …Love you, daddy.. 😥😥😢😢😢