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    Brendan Dozier
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    My father passed away last friday after a long illness at the age of 81. Though he had his share of struggles, as we all do, he was a good man, and a good father. His quality of life had been on a steep decline and he was tired of all the discomfort, pills, and doctors. Fortunately, there was a hospice program available to make him as comfortable as possible and I was able to say goodbye to him during his last days and share some stories. Looking through some family pictures, I saw this one that I hadn't seen before. That's me with my pop and my brother on the left. The words are part of the lyrics from a song called "Down Here On The Ground" originally written by Lalo Schifrin. I had been listening to some old songs from my youth including George Benson's version of this song. Yeah a bit corny, I know, but it now has new meaning with my father passing away. He was ready to let go. Though it's hard and I'll miss him, there's a sweet sadness that I feel, and when I see the birds at the lake or beach, I kind of feel like we are watching them together.

    Down Here On The Ground
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkJYfa02jt8

    down here on the ground
    ain't no place for living
    down here on the ground
    watching sparrows fly

    I watch the birds
    as they make their way
    they're flying kind of free
    and I wish it were me

    down here on the ground
    wanting something better
    down here on the ground
    wanting something more

    one morning soon
    you will find
    I got wings on my mind
    wings to take me high

    so if you hear a sound
    from down here on the ground
    don't you know
    my friend it's only me
    it's only me trying to fly

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    Thank you for sharing.

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    A great tribute, Brendan. It says a lot.

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    I'm so sorry for your loss, Brendan. The photo is special. And the words of the song are lovely and fitting. Take care of yourself.

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    Brendan, This is a lovely tribute to your father and his life. Thank you for sharing such an important part of your life with us all.

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    May you find peace at this emotional time. Thank you for sharing such a lovely tribute to your dad. It certainly makes me think and reflect.

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    Brendan, it's a wonderful tribute. Memories are so precious... thanks for sharing.

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    Brendan, I'm so sorry I didn't see this earlier. It is truly a beautiful tribute to your dad.

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    Brendan, it is a lovely tribute to a great father that helped make you the fine person you are today. Peace be with you and your family.

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    Brendan,
    May good memories comfort you....you have created a wonderful tribute to your father.

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