Archive for October 2004

My Father

I’m thinking of my father. He had ear surgery not too long ago. It wasn’t too bad, they went in to fix a hole in his eardrum and clean out some infected tissue. As far as we know, his life wasn’t in any danger, but I know I spend time reflecting on my relationship with him just like it was a life or death situation. I wish I could spend more time with him.

Both of us remember fondly the Christmas we worked together to rebuild an antique ice box for my sister’s present. We spent a couple of weeks in his shop together, and it was perhaps the best time we ever had together. Jack was in his element, comfortable, and I was trying to be a good Indian. It was one of the best times of my life.

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