You would have been 78 years old today. I just want to give a quick thank you for everything you've ever done for me over the years. The #1 thing that keeps re-appearing is you let me have the ability to think for myself. No brainwashing. I've come into trouble in conversation with some of the more brainwashed faithful lately but that's the price I suppose. You had your ideas on things but never forced them on me. The golden rule was always your thing and has been my thing for as long as I can remember. I can remember you asking me if I, 'thanked someone' when a gift or meal was offered. I try to never miss a thank you because what once was just a habit to a little kid is in reality much appreciated by those who hear it. It's all these little things that are still here. I put my seat belt on 99 percent of the time even if I'm going 1 mile to the store because I can hear your voice. (are you buckled up) Leslie wrote a nice post about how you just wanted us to be together on the holidays even though the xmas thing is a commercial nightmare you loved nothing more than buying us things and making us happy. I could go on an on but I won't.....Cheers to you pop....I miss and love you.
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Happy Birthday Mr. Russel. You raised a good son...
Thanks Brother Brian!
I sure miss my Pappa #3.
I didn’t know much about your dad, but it was obvious how he felt about you. The few times I spent with him, he would just beam with proud and love for you. It was very cool to witness the love you felt for each other. I’m sure he would also say thank you to you for the life lessons you taught him and the happiness you made him feel. He’s a great dad and you’re an awesome son. Oh yea, an awesome friend too.
Happy B-Day Mr Russel.... I keep some of your words of wisdon that were passed on by your son....
"rub some dirt on it you'll be ok" and "it's easier to run forward that backward" Thanks scott you introducing me to you pop.
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