Welcome to Flo, Dutchy and DParker.

I am sorry for each participant's losses. It is hard to loose a loved one at any age. I lost my dad when I was 7 and it still brings tears to my eyes when I remember him.

I often wonder what would our lives be now if he were still with us. I do praise the Lord for the hope of resurrection and I await that day when Christ returns. Death will be no more.

I can wholeheartedly say: if it were not for the faith in God that our parents instilled in me, I would have not come so far and my live would've been a disaster. Faith is what helps me carry on. I still miss my dad, and cry when I talk about him but I know it is just a temporary separation.

Being an orphan... I don't really think of that. I guess it has made me cling on to my heavenly Father even more.

May you all find comfort and hope amidst your loss.