Today is a special date in the year. April 19th has much meaning for me; most importantly it is the date that my father, Philipp was born back in 1921. Today he celebrates his 84th birthday with a steak dinner, baked potatoes and a few good friends. Though he has Parkinson's disease, he tries valiantly to keep his thoughts straight and to keep a firm upper lip every day. He rarely complains and to me that is something we can all take heed in. I admire his courage and his sense of living.
The other reason why April 19th is special is that my very best school friend, Dawn Coles (Isnor) was born in 1964. She would be 46 today had she not succumbed to cancer two years ago. Her essence is here today with her family and dear friends and for me I toast her memory and thank her for every single happy day I had back then.
Tomorrow, another day ... a new horizon ... new thoughts!
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