I miss Dad.  My father-in-law passed away last week and yesterday we had the funeral to say goodbye.  It was an emotional day. I'm so proud of my husband.  His speech was warm, humorous, and heartbreaking, but most of all true.  Stories were shared, Taps was played, and the honor guard fired three shots in honor of Dad's service to his country. After respectfully giving their condolences to Mom and granting her the Flag signifying their appreciation for Dad's service in the Navy, they escorted her out of the room.  Lining up to say to say thanks to everyone for coming, all I could think about was his smile and how I would never see it again—at least not in this life—his smile and the twinkle in his eyes.  I miss Dad.