Dad it has been eight long years since you have been gone
The Parkinson's and heart condition took there toll
I believe there is a part of you that remains in my heart and soul
You taught me so much  many lessons I caught from you
You taught me to try my best and be strong no matter what health struggles some my way
You taught me that it is OK when food touches each other on my plate it mixes together in the end any way so just eat it don't complain
You taught me that you can't always buy what you want in life it is more important to get what you need
You taught me that it is good to do a good deed
You taught me to respect my elders
  You taught me to try to live by The Golden Rule
   You gave me some work ethic by having me help on the farm
    You tried to protect me from harm I know now that you couldn't protect me from all harm
    You advised me not to upset a swarm of bee's in a hive
     You showed me so much you were always willing to lend a helping hand
     You often would babysit when my kids were little and would give me money to help out with something the kids really needed
   I don't know if I got a chance to thank you each and every time, to you and mom I'm indebted
   You were a great Dad indeed I Love You and miss you so much  You made a difference in those lives you touched, some of lifes best lesson's are not just taught but caught