Dear Readers,
I’m about to share something very personal with you—a letter to my dad in heaven, expressing my excitement about the upcoming release of my first book. Writing this letter has been a way for me to connect with him and celebrate this milestone, even though he’s no longer here with me.
I understand that grief is a deeply personal experience, and for some, reading about loss can be difficult. If you’re currently navigating your own grief, please take care of yourself and feel free to skip this post if it feels too heavy right now. My intention is to share love, hope, and the enduring connection I feel with my dad, but I know that everyone’s journey is different.
Thank you for being here and for sharing in this special moment with me.
A Letter to My Dad in Heaven: "Look, Daddy, I Did It"
Dear Daddy,
As I sit here on the verge of releasing my first book into the world, I can’t help but think of you. I wish more than anything that you were here to share in this moment with me, to see what I’ve accomplished, and to hear the excitement in my voice as I say, “Look, Daddy, I did it!”
This journey hasn’t been easy. There were days when I doubted myself, when the challenges seemed too great, and I wondered if I would ever make it to the finish line. But in those moments, I felt your presence, your quiet encouragement pushing me forward. I could hear your voice in my heart, telling me to keep going, to never give up on my dreams.
You always believed in me, even when I struggled to believe in myself. That belief has carried me through so many of life’s hurdles, and it’s what kept me writing, even when the words didn’t come easily. I wish I could tell you how much that belief meant to me, how much it still means to me today.
I remember the way you used to smile when you saw me with a book in my hands, how you would ask what I was reading and then listen as I excitedly told you all about it. You always made me feel like my love for stories was something special, something to be cherished. And now, I’ve taken that love and turned it into something real, something I know you would be proud of.
*Winter Embrace* is about to make its way into the world, and though you’re not here to hold a copy in your hands, I know you’re with me in spirit. I can feel your pride, your joy, and it gives me strength to face whatever comes next. This book is for you, Daddy, because without your love and support, I wouldn’t be where I am today.
There’s so much I want to tell you, so many things I wish we could talk about. But more than anything, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for always believing in me, for teaching me to reach for my dreams, and for being the kind of father who made me feel like anything was possible. I carry your lessons with me every day, and they’ve become the foundation of everything I do.
So, as I prepare to share *Winter Embrace* with the world, I’m sharing this moment with you, too. I hope you’re watching over me, with that same smile on your face, knowing that your little girl did it—she followed her dreams, just like you always told her to.
I miss you every day, Daddy, but I know you’re here with me in all the ways that matter. This one’s for you.
With all my love,
Jess
Note to Readers
To those of you who read this letter, thank you for allowing me to share this personal piece of my heart with you. I hope that in some way, it brings comfort or a sense of connection, especially if you’ve experienced a similar loss.
If this post has stirred up emotions or if you ever need someone to talk to, please know that you’re not alone. Feel free to reach out to me privately—I’m here to listen and support in any way I can.
Thank you for being part of this journey with me, and for the kindness and understanding you show, not just to me, but to each other as well.
With gratitude,
Jessica Glidden
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