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To my father, thank you for the 59 years!

 few of the last photos with him:(

I know that I haven’t updated my blog for months. I have considered you guys as my family. I thought that I would pass this terrible news.

Unfortunately, my father passed away last July 3 at the age of 59 of a brain aneurysm. We thought that he could make it through but unfortunately things took a turn for the worse. He passed around 1 am.

I had never seen anyone die before. My dad went peacefully but still, it was awfully hard to watch. I had my hand on left hand the whole time. My little brother held a hand or rested his hand on his leg. His heart- he had an amazingly strong heart—stopped beating first. His breathing stopped in fits and start after that. Maybe two minutes, maybe three. Those are minutes I will never forget.

My Dad is a man of few words, but he has thought me many things through his actions, which are not always big but genuine and sincere. He’d really someone that I respect and look up to. We may not spend hours together every day but he would always send random messages to tell us what he’s doing, and remind me to take care of my siblings and be responsible for my happiness.

We have not gone on a family holiday together in years but I always recalled the many adventures and fun times at the playgrounds, parks and most of the time at the beach with him. 

My father is simply irreplaceable, and I love him with all my heart.


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  1. mikeSeptember 16, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    so sorry to hear about your father. it is never easy but remember that he is in a better place now.

    my prayers are with you and your family...

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  2. AdamSeptember 16, 2013 at 6:17 PM

    I lost my father when I was 7, I didn't even get to tell him goodbye. He had lung cancer, and due to my age they tried to sugar-coat the situation as best they could.

    Treasure the time you spend with your loved ones.

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  3. yccosSeptember 16, 2013 at 10:44 PM

    My deep condolences to you. Your dad is in a better place with God now. He will still be there to watch over you. #hugs.

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  4. Pareng CyronSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:19 AM

    please accept my deepest condolences.

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  5. MichiSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:07 AM

    condolence!

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  6. AliceSeptember 17, 2013 at 4:01 AM

    My deepest condolences to your dad. I too lost my dad a couple of years back. He may not say how much he loves me but he lets me feel his love with the way he took care of me. I know how losing a loved one feels I wish I could give you a hug because we had the same experience but I lost mine about three years earlier than you but the pain still remains. Don't worry your dad is in a better place now.

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  7. LalahSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    sorry to hear about that sis, condolence. i felt it, i've lost my mother and i know how hard and painful it is but God is with him now, he is in better place and sure thing he will always watch over you like how God watched over us. take care sis, kain ka ha wag pabayaan ang sarili.

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  8. BeaSeptember 18, 2013 at 2:57 AM

    So sorry for your loss, ST. My dad died in 2002 and he pops up in my thoughts all the time.

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  9. Senyor IskwaterSeptember 18, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    he'll be forever missed... losing someone close to us is a lifetime grief... basta we're always here ah...

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  10. Senyor IskwaterSeptember 18, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    losing someone we truly love is a lifetime grief... good thing we're here...

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  11. Apple BeeSeptember 18, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    sorry to hear this. God has his reasons and the best thing for us to do is to understand. keep praying for strength and peace of mind. your father is watching over you too.

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  12. JoySeptember 19, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Condolence dear. I know na masakit. I lost my father many years ago and I still miss him. Take care and be strong.

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  13. JondmurSeptember 19, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    kaka sad naman.... condolence sa inyo... sana maging okay ang lahat... Godbless...

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  14. RIZALENIOSeptember 19, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    My prayers are with you and your family, Sunny.

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  15. ChinkyGirLMeLSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:49 AM

    Awww I'm so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this trying time.

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  16. TravelizteraSeptember 21, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    This really gave me a bit of a heart pain because I am a daddy's girl...
    Condolence to you and your family, and I am sure he felt all the love you have for him... His words of wisdom to you are very valuable and will forever be treasured indeed, as I know you are a very sincere and loving person.

    Prayers to you and your family...

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  17. chyngreyes.comSeptember 21, 2013 at 10:00 PM

    =( may his soul rest in peace

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  18. Hi! I am LiLi!September 23, 2013 at 7:17 PM

    Condolence. My dad passed away back in 2005. I just set my mind that he is still working abroad. I sometimes see him in my dreams. Sometimes, I talk to him in my prayers like he is just on the other line.

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  19. NortehanonSeptember 24, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Maupay nga adlaw. Sayo ini nga diri malipayon nga nahihinabo sa aton kinabuhi. So sorry about your loss.

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  20. NortehanonSeptember 24, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Maupay nga adlaw. Sayo ini nga diri malipayon nga nahihinabo sa aton kinabuhi. So sorry about your loss.

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  21. Pinch of thoughtsSeptember 26, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    Our condolences. Fathers are the best man on earth. No one can replace them.

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  22. ZaiZaiSeptember 26, 2013 at 6:17 PM

    I've come to now about what happened through fb..condolences Sunny. I could only imagine how sad and painful it must be. But you have all the fun and loving memories of your father now..hugs Sunny!

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  23. UnknownSeptember 26, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Our sincere condolences to you and your family. =(

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  24. shengSeptember 27, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Sad, and I'm sorry for your loss, but I tell you, it has a purpose!

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  25. KULAPITOTSeptember 27, 2013 at 11:23 PM

    Ur back and condolence :( hai

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  26. Madame Chic BcnSeptember 30, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    OMG I'm so sorry to hear that darling. My most sincere and warm condoleances to you and your family. :-(
    xoxo
    Patricia

    http://misstoptenimage.blogspot.com

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  27. flowers on my tableOctober 7, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    My dear Sunny, I am so terribly sorry to hear about your Dad. It is so painful when you lose a parent, and especially when they die young. My own Dad was 56. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. You are a strong girl and I know you will get through it, and you already take care of your family. God bless you. Love Linda xx

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  28. Something Real SeriousOctober 7, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    deepest condolence to you and family :(

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  29. Chyrel GomezOctober 22, 2013 at 4:00 PM

    I feel you. I also lost my grandma to aneurysm and I grew up with her so it was really hard to take. Up until now I still get teary eyed recalling. I cried so much reading For One More Day of Mitch Albom. It's really true that we should always take care of what we have and I know it's corny or cliche but we should always tell and show people we love them.

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2014 at 6:52 PM

    i feel and hear you. . *hugs* im sure mano pepet is proud and happy of who you become today. -ynz-

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