My dad had this saying in English that was transliterated from Korean: “is man is, go man go.” Not sure what this actually means in either language but it’s something my brother and I’ve been chuckling about lately. My dad passed away on an unusually snowy morning a couple of weeks ago. My dad never had a bucket list of places to visit or things to do. There was no place he wanted to be other than wherever we were as a family. He wasn’t aware of all the hype around being mindful, nor was he anywhere near the bandwagon of meditation and yoga. But, my dad was someone who was supremely at peace with the here and now. This ideal of “being present” (that often seems so illusive) is something my dad had when he was with us. And we felt it viscerally, even when we were little. There was nothing else he would rather do than reading to us, playing with us or just listening to us. This is a rare privilege that only now I can fully marvel and appreciate.
Your sharing deeply touched my heart. The way you've woven your dad's serene presence and philosophy into the fabric of your current struggles offers both a tender remembrance and a guiding light. Your dad's simple, yet profound approach to life—finding contentment and joy in being with loved ones, and your process of navigating grief through the wisdom of 'just going to the shed'—resonates deeply. It's a poignant reminder of the strength found in cherishing memories and the gentle steps we can take towards healing. Thank you for opening up about your journey and offering such a heartfelt reflection. Your dad's legacy of peace and presence clearly lives on through your words. Sending you warmth and strength as you navigate this challenging time. Love you always. 💕
Kristina, thank you for your update and shared wisdom, always. Please know I hold you up in energy and light during this difficult moment. Your grace, intelligence and empathy continues to shine even in times of great difficulty.
Your sharing deeply touched my heart. The way you've woven your dad's serene presence and philosophy into the fabric of your current struggles offers both a tender remembrance and a guiding light. Your dad's simple, yet profound approach to life—finding contentment and joy in being with loved ones, and your process of navigating grief through the wisdom of 'just going to the shed'—resonates deeply. It's a poignant reminder of the strength found in cherishing memories and the gentle steps we can take towards healing. Thank you for opening up about your journey and offering such a heartfelt reflection. Your dad's legacy of peace and presence clearly lives on through your words. Sending you warmth and strength as you navigate this challenging time. Love you always. 💕
Kristina, thank you for your update and shared wisdom, always. Please know I hold you up in energy and light during this difficult moment. Your grace, intelligence and empathy continues to shine even in times of great difficulty.