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In the spirit of the season, I wanted to take a moment to thank you all. Losing my dad, , was the worst moment of my life in an already shitty year. Hearing all of your stories, remembrances and love you shared for him kept his spirit not only alive, but thriving. It brings me great joy to see that he is still having an impact on this site, as he will continue to have in my life.

In case anyone is curious, here are a few updates. We were able to get my mom moved into a retirement center. She is doing so well, it's unreal. She is happy, healthy and thriving. We also had a really lovely Thanksgiving with dad's family. They came all the way from Pennsylvania to visit us in Utah. We rented a huge house in Park City, made a ton of food, drank A LOT and just had so much fun. One of the worst snow storms hit us too, so it was extra magical! While I wish he was still here with us to enjoy these moments, I know he is smiling down on us, proud of everything we have accomplished in the worst of times and glad to see us keep our smiles. Christmas is going to be tough since he loved it so much, but I know he's around, if only in our souls.

Anyway, lots of love to you all. I hope your holiday, however you celebrate, is filled with warmth and love. That's what the owl would have wanted.

In the spirit of the season, I wanted to take a moment to thank you all. Losing my dad, @owlchemy , was the worst moment of my life in an already shitty year. Hearing all of your stories, remembrances and love you shared for him kept his spirit not only alive, but thriving. It brings me great joy to see that he is still having an impact on this site, as he will continue to have in my life. In case anyone is curious, here are a few updates. We were able to get my mom moved into a retirement center. She is doing so well, it's unreal. She is happy, healthy and thriving. We also had a really lovely Thanksgiving with dad's family. They came all the way from Pennsylvania to visit us in Utah. We rented a huge house in Park City, made a ton of food, drank A LOT and just had so much fun. One of the worst snow storms hit us too, so it was extra magical! While I wish he was still here with us to enjoy these moments, I know he is smiling down on us, proud of everything we have accomplished in the worst of times and glad to see us keep our smiles. Christmas is going to be tough since he loved it so much, but I know he's around, if only in our souls. Anyway, lots of love to you all. I hope your holiday, however you celebrate, is filled with warmth and love. That's what the owl would have wanted.

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[–] [deleted] • 14 pts

It's nice to hear from you again. I wondered, on occasion, if you'd be back. Merry Christmas!

[–] • 12 pts

I'm more of an observer lol. Merry Christmas to you too!

[–] • 11 pts (edited )

Thanks for the nice report!

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones! 😊

The current logo (POAL letters) was last year’s winner we did with your dad together (following his suggestions).

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Contest: https://poal.co/s/Poalogo/28415

Votes: https://poal.co/s/Announcements/30187

Results: https://poal.co/s/Announcements/30655

[–] • 7 pts

hey babybird. happy holidays

[–] [deleted] • 6 pts

Merry Christmas! I understand how tough it can be this time of year, especially when it is the first holiday since a loved one’s departure. How lovely to have celebrated thanksgiving the way you did! Your mom’s well being is a testament to their strong marriage and their deep, true love for one another. Thanks for stopping by 😊

[–] • 7 pts

Thanks for having me :) Merry Christmas!

[–] • 6 pts

Remember, Death is a choice.
Say his name. Say it out loud.

It's pretty cool that this whole time, the owl kept watching us.
Thanks for checking in.

[–] • 7 pts

He's always around. My family keep coming across owls in the most unusual places. He's always around :)

[–] • 1 pt

Death is a choice.

Is aging also a choice?

How can one decide against it?

[–] • 3 pts

Heh...

I'm not sure we should really get in to this here.

To answer your first question; yes, more or less.
The second question is where things get a bit weird.

[–] • 2 pts

Scientists are already working on actually rescuing us humans from these things.

[–] • 0 pt

What happens if you say his name three times?

[–] [deleted] • 5 pts

hope all is well with you and your family babybird

thanks you for the update, hes missed

[–] • 4 pts

I’m glad to hear things are going well for your mom.

He is the most missed poalr bear of the year for sure!

I hope you have a merry Christmas!

[–] • 2 pts

Excellent.

Tell me your secrets.

[–] • 2 pts

Side note for other readers:

Be careful with birthday, christmas and new year wishes to some people, especially those of a certain a age.

Some prefer not to be reminded of being one year closer to their elderly years (the years of disability, inevitably poor health and restricted mobility), and death.

It might sound pessimistic, but to some people, it is a sensitive topic.

Look up gerascophobia.

Nevertheless, best wishes for you all.

[–] • 2 pts

It's nice to know you're doing well, hon. Have a merry Christmas!

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