Chris, again, my deepest condolences on your father’s passing. Having been through the loss of my father, I share your grief, and continue to keep you in my prayers.
Magoo
July 31, 2016 at 9:50 pm
DubhGhlase
Chris,
Over 40 years ago I stood at my fathers casket, the last one to leave yet I couldn’t because I couldn’t imagine my life without him. His brother, my Uncle, and sage of the family, came up behind me any laid his hand on my shoulder. I broke down and asked him through the tears: “What am I going to do now Unc? What am I going to do now?”. His words have been my mantra ever since:
“We move on Bill, we move on…”
We will never forget those who have gone before us, and must pass them and their memories on to the next generation, but we need to move on for their sake as well as ours. They did their part, now it’s time to do ours…
Peace be onto you and yours Chris….
July 31, 2016 at 9:56 pm
Merle
I hope your Fathers passing was as smooth as Wades, and that he was surrounded by family.
Merle
July 31, 2016 at 10:23 pm
Ozymandias
Words seem so inadequate, but it’s all I have. May God give you and your family strength in this time, and may He help you find peace.
Chris, I’m so sorry for your loss. 10 years have passed since losing my own father and it still affects me every day. I hope your memories can help give you comfort and healing.
July 31, 2016 at 10:36 pm
JW
Sorry for your loss, Chris. A tip of the hat. And with that you already know whats in our hearts as we know what’s in yours. Words not necessary.
July 31, 2016 at 10:50 pm
Brodder
Chris can you gather the last four panels and stack them on one page. Maybe with you homage too?
It’s powerful.
Teh semi-monochrome blue tint speaks volumes too.
Absolutely beautiful homage. My heart hurts, but it is a perfect statement. We love you, and we love your message. Get YOUR heart right, as time and soul permit. We’re with you, brother.
So much for that fourth wall. Oh, Skye can stay over there. It’s you for whom the passage is open, for us to accept the beautiful painful poetry in these vignettes and song titles to envelop our hearts and minds with memories of our own loss…and to return it with loving empathy for your loss.
And speaking of no walls, when it comes to this particular title, Alone Again, Naturall?
Feels like it doesn’t it? But it couldn’t be further from true. Proof?
There are some out here who would come to you if asked. You are not alone.
Dad is not gone, his soul lives in yours, and he waits for you. You are NOT alone.
And most importantly, this?
Leaving me to doubt
Talk about, God in His mercy
Oh, if he really does exist
Why did he desert me
In my hour of need
I truly am indeed
Alone again, naturally
There is no doubt. He really does exist. He will never desert you. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
August 1, 2016 at 12:50 am
Peregrine John
Eloquent without words, and in grief. Beautiful, sir. Beautiful. We’re over here on the other side of the 4th wall, wishing we could reach you the way you do for us, this time more than ever. I’ve still got no words, only appreciation, and a wish that we could be there.
August 1, 2016 at 1:00 am
Dan
Chris, I am so sorry. I lost my Pop 4 years ago and understand the heartache. Love, hugs, light, and prayers for you and your family…….
August 1, 2016 at 5:42 am
burning dinosaurs so you can see
Over the last few strips you’ve said everything there is to say without saying a word. my sincerest condolences my friend, tonight when I get home I plan on raising a glass in his honor
August 1, 2016 at 6:55 am
night driver
“If Heaven weren’t so far away…”
August 1, 2016 at 10:30 am
Ramon Williamson
God Bless you and yours, Chris. It’s never easy to lose a loved one, but for us men who did have a supportive and nurturing (NOT babying) father this is probably the worst. But you do have the comfort of having had those talks and hugs and times together, small comfort though it is. I lost my Dad just as I was getting out truly on my own, and I missed not having him to go to for his wisdom and experience.
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Sorry Friend.. 🙁
wish it could be easier to say goodbye, but it never is
Incredibly sorry for your loss
Well damn. My condolences.
Quiet, simple and tasteful in all ways. The way to live and the way to pass away.
Chris, again, my deepest condolences on your father’s passing. Having been through the loss of my father, I share your grief, and continue to keep you in my prayers.
Magoo
Chris,
Over 40 years ago I stood at my fathers casket, the last one to leave yet I couldn’t because I couldn’t imagine my life without him. His brother, my Uncle, and sage of the family, came up behind me any laid his hand on my shoulder. I broke down and asked him through the tears: “What am I going to do now Unc? What am I going to do now?”. His words have been my mantra ever since:
“We move on Bill, we move on…”
We will never forget those who have gone before us, and must pass them and their memories on to the next generation, but we need to move on for their sake as well as ours. They did their part, now it’s time to do ours…
Peace be onto you and yours Chris….
I hope your Fathers passing was as smooth as Wades, and that he was surrounded by family.
Merle
Words seem so inadequate, but it’s all I have. May God give you and your family strength in this time, and may He help you find peace.
Chris, I’m so sorry for your loss. 10 years have passed since losing my own father and it still affects me every day. I hope your memories can help give you comfort and healing.
Sorry for your loss, Chris. A tip of the hat. And with that you already know whats in our hearts as we know what’s in yours. Words not necessary.
Chris can you gather the last four panels and stack them on one page. Maybe with you homage too?
It’s powerful.
Teh semi-monochrome blue tint speaks volumes too.
God be with you.
ca
wrsa
Chris,
I pray that he went easy, and will there at the great round up for simultaneity
Your Friend (as we all are)
Greg
May God grant you peace, Chris (Dona Nobis Pacem) …
I learned, years ago, that you never get over losing your parent(s).
But, God willing, you DO get used to it.
God bless….
We’ll see ’em again beyond the river…
God’s speed, Chris.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your kin, Chris.
So sorry for your loss.
Take time. We have what we need now and later we have infinity.
Take all the time you need.
Absolutely beautiful homage. My heart hurts, but it is a perfect statement. We love you, and we love your message. Get YOUR heart right, as time and soul permit. We’re with you, brother.
Let his memory guide your hand.
Poignant, and powerful. Please take comfort in knowing that your readership is here for you in spirit.
So much for that fourth wall. Oh, Skye can stay over there. It’s you for whom the passage is open, for us to accept the beautiful painful poetry in these vignettes and song titles to envelop our hearts and minds with memories of our own loss…and to return it with loving empathy for your loss.
And speaking of no walls, when it comes to this particular title, Alone Again, Naturall?
Feels like it doesn’t it? But it couldn’t be further from true. Proof?
There are some out here who would come to you if asked. You are not alone.
Dad is not gone, his soul lives in yours, and he waits for you. You are NOT alone.
And most importantly, this?
Leaving me to doubt
Talk about, God in His mercy
Oh, if he really does exist
Why did he desert me
In my hour of need
I truly am indeed
Alone again, naturally
There is no doubt. He really does exist. He will never desert you. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Eloquent without words, and in grief. Beautiful, sir. Beautiful. We’re over here on the other side of the 4th wall, wishing we could reach you the way you do for us, this time more than ever. I’ve still got no words, only appreciation, and a wish that we could be there.
Chris, I am so sorry. I lost my Pop 4 years ago and understand the heartache. Love, hugs, light, and prayers for you and your family…….
Over the last few strips you’ve said everything there is to say without saying a word. my sincerest condolences my friend, tonight when I get home I plan on raising a glass in his honor
“If Heaven weren’t so far away…”
God Bless you and yours, Chris. It’s never easy to lose a loved one, but for us men who did have a supportive and nurturing (NOT babying) father this is probably the worst. But you do have the comfort of having had those talks and hugs and times together, small comfort though it is. I lost my Dad just as I was getting out truly on my own, and I missed not having him to go to for his wisdom and experience.