I never know what to say, what to think nor what to do when I think that you are not here anymore. Infact I still can't believe that you aren't. You were like a father to me, you made me believe in myself, made me realise that I could do things beyond my own belief, you made me have a good work ethic pillowed by ambition and determination. You told me to never give up, that if you want something so bad you can make it happen. You helped me see the world, you picked me up when I felt down and you made me realise how loved I was by you. You was an amazing man, you was wickedly funny, often grumpy but that made you who you was. I think of you every day, hoping that you will soon come into my dreams and tell me everything is going to be OK. I miss you Grandad, I miss you with all my heart. I love you. xx P.s, wherever you are, I hope you're with all your friends, playing dominoes, singing to Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra, drinking beer and enjoying it as much as you can... xx

Another year is nearly here, another year without you in it doesn't bear thinking about. I love you now as much as i ever have and will never stop loving you happy 2012 Dad, keep near and keep me and the family safe xxxxx

Dads best friend his brother Austin x