Since Midge is about to pass out, I’m writing the blog for her tonight. It’s been a long day of traveling and we’re all a little tired. But unlike me, who got to sack out at the hotel once we arrived and watch movies all night, Midge decided to pay a visit to some family friends and their six children while we were in the area. So, even though I desperately tried to convince her I had nothing good to say, I figured I could do her this favor.
I am 19 years old and the the baby of our family. I grew up with constant teasing from my siblings about how I was the “golden child” who always got my way. Though that may have been true at times, there are also downsides to being the last one.
When my dad was sick, he wrote a note to each of us. My mom gave them to us to read a few days after he died. In his note to me, he expressed sadness that he would be absent from my future. This is something each one of us has to face, but being the youngest, sometimes it’s hard not to feel I missed out on the most. The reality is, none of us had control over the situation, and my siblings each suffered just as great a loss as I did. In his note to me, Papa also wrote that I was the only one who had all the experiences of my six brothers and sisters before me to draw on and learn from. Each of them is part of the legacy he left, and they will always be in my life. I am very blessed to have had 19 years with my dad, which is much more than many people can say.
Good Job with the blog Birgitta! I’m Nelsons friend in Hawaii. Nelson always talks about you and your adventures in New Zealand.
Keep the faith. Give your Mom a big for me.
Thanks, Birgitta. You spoke well about yourself and your dad. Have a great visit with your family, and getting to know Micah Nathan!
Gitta, great job. Just remember the wonderful gift God gave your Dad to see you grow from the cute little baby with the “hood” (ask your Mom) to the wonderful young woman you have become. Have a great time w Sky and Micah, and a safe trip
Gitta, we all LOVE having you for a little sister. Good job with the blog & can’t wait to see you tonight!!! 🙂
Brigitta, I have memories of you because my daughter Allie is friends with Marta. I am so impressed with your family and how much you love each other. I will continue to pray for you in particular as you grieve the very difficult loss of such a wonderful dad in your life.
Well done, Birgitta, to momentarily take the baton from your weary mom. You have a darn good writing style and voice yourself, by the way- your wry word choices made me smile.
You have had to come face to face with hard life circumstances at such a young age. Your reflections show a maturity beyond your years.
Enjoy the memories you will be making on this road trip and time in Florida.
Terry
I love Brigitta that you were brave enough to write in your Mom’s weary stead! I remember you when you were just little and the Warton’s and the Nyman’s made Christmas cookies together. Rolled out ones at our house and the cookie press ones at your house! You have grown into a beautiful and I know a wonderful woman of God. Your Dad was blessed to have had you, as you were him, for those 19 years.
I can imagine that you three ladies must be having a great and satisfying time on this girlie adventure! Treasure it!
I agree with all the above (I’m Adam’s grandma)….and look forward to seeing all of you in a few days. I’ve so enjoyed getting to know Linni and family…she is such a precious treasure in ours.
For whatever it’s worth..I’m the youngest of 3 siblings, too, and my brother passed away 25 years ago, he was 5 yrs older than I….it had advantages and disadvantages…to be sure…but that was the order of birth, and I never really let it become an issue….just delighted you’re here!!
patzian
Good job Britt! Your Dad would be proud of the way you are encouraging and helping your Mom along. I remember the day you were born.(I got to drive your Mom to the hospital) What a happy day that was, and what a blessing you have been for 19 plus years to all of us. Have fun with Sky and Micah.
Good job on the blog. Enjoy your time with all the Florida people..
I love this post! I’m glad you’re the youngest, otherwise we wouldn’t have hung out as much or had so many good memories. 🙂 I love remembering all the things we did to make Stina and Weez mad and their reactions…have fun in Florida with the little babies!!
It is never good to loose a parent. However, he did not leave you as happens to so many children. He was taken from you. That fact alone may smooth some rough places down the road.