(ames)hey oomis- now your dad’s story is in print!
It actually sort of was – my brother was interviewed by a local town Jewish paper and much of it was printed. we just never really seriously thought about writing a book. Who knows – someday?
(SJSinNYC)My father died 20 years ago. When my son was born (and named after him), it made me so sad that he couldn’t be a part of my son’s life. I am so much more sad for my son than I am for the fact that I grew up (for the most part) without him. He was an amazing person.
I am so sorry you lost your dad at such an obviously early age. It is especially hard to bring babies into the world who must be named for one’s parent. My nephew is named for my dad O”J. By the time my parents were niftar (I am the eldest child), I was unable to have more children, though I seriously thought of it at the time. My oldest is 30, kinehora. My sadness is in knowing that my own aineklach will never get to meet and love their Great-Bubby and Zaydie. I know what they are missing. I am sure you will always keep your father’s emmory alive for your children. Have a good Shabbos.