I have seen many sunrises and shared photos of some, but the most sacred and significant sunrise occurred a week ago this morning. Instead of from a mountain top, I watched the sunrise from my parents' bedroom window right after my dad passed away. It's hard to believe it's already been a week since he left us.
My love for nature and hiking in the mountains was a gift from my dad. His favorite hike and fishing spot was Lake Blanche, a challenging 7-mile trek in Big Cottonwood Canyon. This week, I embarked on that hike as a tribute to him. I felt his presence with every step, and he sent me signs to let me know he was aware of me and watching over me.
My dad loved chiasms and would always find them in scriptures, helping us gain insight from their deeper meanings. Right at the trailhead of my hike to Lake Blanche, a moose appeared out of nowhere. It’s not very common to see a big bull moose at 4:00 AM on a well-traveled trail. When I reached the lake at the end of the trail, I looked across and saw another big bull moose accompanied by a young bull moose. Chiastic in structure, a moose at the beginning of my tribute for my dad and then two moose at the end—it had my dad's signature all over it.
Words can't adequately express the feelings of losing a parent. No matter how old you are, it is never easy to lose your dad.
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Prayers, love, and gratitude for sharing the beauty you see and the loss you experienced. May God and your Fathers spirit be with you. And thank you for sharing your love of hiking and of seeing God all around us with your friends. May the Comforter walk with you.
-Brian
Beautiful pictures of an unforgettable hike for you! Condolences on the passing of your beloved father! God bless you and your family this weekend as you honor his amazing life.
The above was from Karen S. I didn’t realize I was anonymous.
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Fathers have such a profound impact on their children. Knowing what kind of man you are, he must have been truly exceptional. Hope happy memories will offset the sorrow as you reflect on his life and example.
Dave,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. What a difficult loss this must be for you. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Dave and Amberli Peterson
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