I don’t like January 16th

I have nothing against the number or the day of the week. I mean yes, it’s “hump” day so I am 1/2 way to the weekend. 
But this day always sucks. 

You may or may not know, but my Dad passed away when I was 20 so about 9 years ago. 
And today is his birthday. 
I hate days like this, because 
I hate reminders that my life isn’t the same. 
I wish there was a book that tells you what is going to happen in your life. So you are prepared. So you can hug the person you love a little longer. To never fight since the days are numbered. 
But that isn’t how life goes. 

So this post is dedicated to my dad. 
I miss him everyday obviously, but today I feel it more.
xoxo




  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/02614130180180710002 ty

    thinking of you lots and lots :)

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/12908435131375210035 Rachel @lifeasMrs

    aw hugs friend. xoxo

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/16294573898292057070 Bethany

    I’m so sorry – I can’t imagine. ::hug::

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/07989903849187564517 The Pink Growl

    So sorry to hear this honey! thinking of you today and sending hugs & prayers your way!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/15341194066140756062 Beth @ dot…in the city

    I’m sorry. I feel the same way about June 17, the day my mom passed away. Thinking of you today!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/12620666167538698253 Lisette @ Northern Belle Diaries

    Hugs!! I know this is so hard!!!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/00887591006004895538 Hallie @ Life:Oceanside

    Totally know the pain my love and wish you nothing but strength and courage today! xoxo

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/11250910516925506394 Lindsay

    Lauren I’m sorry this day has to be a painful one for you. I lost my dad when I was 14yrs old so I understand how tough days like this can be. Sending good thoughts your way! :)

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/13190068982221281718 Stephanie {Life, Actually}

    I understand this completely. I lost my mom when I was 15. So her birthday. father’s day. anniversary of losing her. etc. they are all hard. and it never gets easier. this year will be 12 years and it’s still like it was yesterday.

    my thoughts are with you girl.

    • http://www.blogger.com/profile/13190068982221281718 Stephanie {Life, Actually}

      ha i meant mother’s day! father’s day would be hard for you. oops.

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/05814425252009133884 Diana, Down Home Traveler

    I just want to reach thru the computer and give you a hug! I’m so sorry. Thinking of you darlin’!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/09304193007317427445 Mrs. H

    I’m so sorry sweet girl. Sending lots of love your way!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/11809115137318952745 Chelsea Lennox

    all my love to you my girl and may your day forever rest in peace :) xoxo

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/01833071622999520674 kailyn marie

    I’m so sorry!! Today must be extremely hard. But Happy Birthday Dad!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/07281689617194191990 Helene

    this would be a hard day, I am so sorry. i will be thinking about you today.

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011046183496688182 Rachel Silski

    Sorry sweet lady!! I hope you have a great day!!!!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/16205016495905925686 LB @ Walking in Memphis in High Heels

    So Sorry! I can’t even imagine; I’ll be thinking of you!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/09434834957212834928 Breenah

    Hugs, chica.

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/09856795703447678997 tara

    thinking of you today, friend! hugs!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/14441710351375893934 Carly

    :-( I just saw this…..hugs my friend!!!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/11967312336904775054 Erica

    Days like these are never easy – sending you prayers and good thoughts today!

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/18132607324746373495 Ashlee Christopher

    I am so sorry Lauren! I can not even imagine how you feel but keep your head up and keep being the strong women you are! So proud of you your in my heart!
    Xo
    Ash

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/14773209500377284450 Emily @ the Anna Delores blog

    I feel really terrible about what I said at happy hour/dinner tonight, L! I’m so, so sorry for your loss and for the sadness that a reminder like a birthday can bring.

    I had a great time tonight, let’s do it again soooooon! I could talk about wedding stuff with you all day long!!