In loving memory of my loving stepfather, James C. Stroup, who lost his courageous battle with cancer one year ago today, April 27, 2009.

Daddy, so many images come to mind

whenever I speak your name;

It seems without you in my life

the last year hasn't been the same.

What happened to all those times

when I always looked to you;

No matter what happened in my life

you could make my dark skies blue.

Daddy, some days I hear your voice

and turn to see your face;

Yet in my turning... it seems

the sound has been erased.

Daddy, if I could turn back time

and once more hear your voice;

I'd tell you again that out of all the dads

you would still be my choice.

Please always know I love you

and no one can take your place;

Years may come and go

but your memory will never be erased.

Today, Jesus, as You are listening

in your home above;

Would you go and find my daddy

and give him all my love.