Wow. I have chills. No exaggeration. "Better late than never" for sure. I am so happy that your dad was able to build a relationship with you before it was too late.
You know me. I am hardly ever at a loss for words.... but this is too powerful. I need to quietly sit in awe for a minute.
I'll probably share the story a year from now, but maybe the following fall on the anniversary of his death. I'll be the same age he was when he died, so it really provokes a lot of thought.
Wow. It sure does. I remember when I hit 33 (That is when my dad died). I couldn't get over thinking how young 33 was. My life had barely started.
I look forward to reading your story when the time is right.