Good to hear that you managed to find the words.
I had forgotten you were in Australia and that it would be difficult if not impossible for parts of your family to return. We had a scare recently (and thankfully turned out okay), and found out about the 2 week mandatory quarantine upon landing and the reduced travel options.
Hi Bengy, yep it's a bit shit to be honest as the entire family has not been together for a very long time. It would have been nice to have them all here. We'll make the best of the hand we're dealt though and honour my dad regardless. They are here in spirit, as my dad is there in the same way.
It hard for all. Clearly you had an issue to that luckily worked out.
Yeah, but it really hit home how far away we are...
Yes...It's hard when people are so far away, especially at times of loss or celebration.