This post is from February, 2009. It was around the time my father died. Today is his birthday, a fitting tribute.
The above is a concert clip of Eric Clapton performing Broken Hearted. The song is beautiful and fitting for me as I lost my father a couple of weeks ago.
If you read my blog for insights on leadership and development, I hope you will allow me to take a road not often traveled here.
I’m now faced with understanding a void like I’ve never faced before. But what is striking me most is all things I’m learning that didn’t occur when my father was living. When you’re playing your part on the stage of life you just can’t see everything the audience does. I write this with tears.
I won’t give you any advice in this post on how to handle losing a loved one. I’m discovering that a broken heart can make way for something God-Touched.
Eric,
I am very sory for your loss.
Please know that you and your family will be in my prayers.
-Andrew
Eric, as you know I have been dealing with my mother’s battle with cancer. My mind has wandered into spaces where I have looked at the “what if” related to this year long battle. She is doing well, I have learned to love deeply every day!
My thoughts are with you my friend!
Marc Michaelson
Eric,
I lost my father unexpectedly a few years ago.
The void in your heart will be touched and even filled over time. You and God get to decide what that will be.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Matthew