Thanks for the memories

We're coming up to Memorial Day weekend.
It is more then special retail sales events, the Indy 500 or the unofficial start of Summer.
Memorial Day began after the American Civil War as a way to honor the fallen Union soldiers. It then expanded to honor all who had served and or fallen in the service of their country. Since the start of the 20th century, Memorial Day has evolved into a day in which we remember loved ones who have passed.
My father (WW II veteran) died when I was 6 yrs old. I don't have a lot of memories about him, after all I was just a kid when he died, however, I always tried to take a few moments on Memorial Day to think of him & reflect on what life would have been like if I had the influence of a father figure. How different would my life have been? To me Memorial Day was always, selfishly, a would of, could of, should of.
Well now Memorial Day has taken on another, yet similar meaning.
My beloved wife Karen passed last November. (2011)
I have plenty of memories of our time together, mostly
(90 %) good to fantastic. The lives we shared will always be a part of me, regardless of the day, whether it is designated as an official day of remembrance or whenever. I will be forever grateful for our time together. I am thankful for our wonderful daughter, Andrea & how her life,
her principles, & her beliefs will be a testament to our love for each other & for her.
I still selfishly think, would of , could of, should of.
Take the time this Memorial Day to think of your loved ones. Those who have passed, & those still living.
Peace & Rock on.