Dear Shelly,

I wish I could fnd the words that are as beautiful and touching as you found for my father's poem.

After the neckties, books and videos, what would express all my thoughts, memories and love for a very special Dad~ a poem that is a lifes history shared by my Dad and I. tears, laughter and hugs were what you Shelly gave us; creating another wonderful memory that is written to keep forever.

My dad moves the poem around the house with him. To the kitchen for breakfast, the den after dinner and on the nightstand for bedtime.

My family was astounded with the tiniest of memories to big events composed into the sweetest of prose.

My dad kept saying, "How did she do this?" - between tears. Shelly, you have a gift that touches the hearts of those you write for. AND... I gave the best gift ever; my brothers know they can't top this one.

Love,

Beth T.