Comments on: 08 08 08 – A Day of Prosperity

By: Robyn Pearce from New Zealand

Robyn Pearce from New Zealand — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Hi Terry dear

Great post, love the new look website, missed you at Convention (along with all the others above) and figured, since you’ve got much of the rest of the globe covered, a wee note from New Zealand had better be added.

Regarding your Dad, I love your positive attitude to the less-than-good things that touch every family. You’re an inspiration.

Take care, my friend. We’ll talk soon, I’m sure. Lots of fun things happening.

Hugs, Robyn

By: Ed Poll

Ed Poll — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Beautiful, but sad, story. My heart goes out to you … In some sense, though, it’s better to have your father alive than not … Both my folks died 30 years ago … and I still talk to my Dad … In fact, on the first anniversary of his death, I went to the cemetery and found myself talking to him — giving him a “shareholder’s report.”

While at the NSA conference, I saw August: Osage County. While it was glorious theatre, the best I can remember, it also put into perspective that my family’s dysfunctions are not nearly so bad as others …

By: Mike Ogilvie

Mike Ogilvie — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry
Just back from two weeks golfing in Spain and blogs like yours which engage the human aspect of our lives, puts everything in perspective

Back in England it is raining and blowing but heh who cares – lets enjoy our lives whatever is thrown at us, and understand that there are loads of people who would love to be where we are

Keep up the great work – also loved the pruning blog

Mike

By: Beth Terry

Beth Terry — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry – blessings to you and your father, and Happy Birthday to him! Thanks for sharing your story. It IS hard for all of us to face the frailty of our parents, and, in doing so, face our own mortality. I lost my Dad 21 years ago at the young age of 63, and I still miss him. My feisty, spunky mom is out there still dating at 85. Who knows how the dice will roll on these matters.

After living in Hawaii for 30 years, I’m very aware of the 8 thing. I set up my first Hawaii company on 8/8/88. My phone number in Phoenix has three 8’s in a row. Not sure if it does good, but it’s fun, nevertheless.

Keep hanging out at your Dad’s bedside. He knows. He just has a software malfunction that makes it hard for him to let you know he knows.
Blessings,
Beth

By: Bruce Scoggin

Bruce Scoggin — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry -

Thanks for sharing such a personal item about your dad. Had the same experience with my mom and the emotions that go with it. Covet the good, learn from the errors, and live fully.

p.s like this feature!

Bruce

By: Allie Casey

Allie Casey — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry,
Thank you for the lovely tribute to your Dad.

My dad’s birthday is Aug.9–he would have been 94 but he passed in December exactly 18 months after my mom passed. His dementia (and deafness) made for challenging times especially because he was living on his own (still driving!) until 3 months before he passed.

My thoughts are with you as you take this difficult journey with your Dad.

Smiles,
Allie

By: Raj Gavurla

Raj Gavurla — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Never give up hope! More and more is being learned about our brain (mind), research is being done, and more ideas are needed to find a cure for Alzheimer’s and other mental illnesses. I think, feel, and believe a cure can be found. I’m winning my personal battle and continue searching for a cure.

I am wishful you and your dad will conquer this disease.

Raj

By: Don Cooper

Don Cooper — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry,

Missed you at the Convention. Thank you for sharing such deep and moving thoughts. You made me think about my own father and grandfather. I’m grateful to know you and count you as a friend.

Hope your Panama trip is exceptionally fun and productive!

Coop

By: Rob Gedaliah

Rob Gedaliah — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry,

Thank you. May we all have “8″ in our life. Your blog moved me.
Going to California to see my mother. She is 90, and fortunately
still knows who I am. Keep reaching out to your father. You never know !

You were absolutely missed at NSA in NY.

Travel safely.

Love and be well, my friend
Rob (and Rande)

By: Kathie M. Thomas

Kathie M. Thomas — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

There were a lot of couples, mainly Chinese, getting married in Australia yesterday (8th August) so your explanation of the significance of the number now explains why – I didn’t catch that in the news report.

I hope and pray your dad does recognise that his birthday is happening and that it’s special. So sorry to hear about his health Terry. My dad is not much younger than your’s and he is in very poor physical health. So hard to see when as a child I remember someone who was robust and strong and fun to be with.

By: Pamela Jett

Pamela Jett — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry –

What a moving post. Thank you for the poignant reminder to cherish the relationship I have with my father (73). I always learn something from your posts, yet this one was extra special. You were, as many others have noted, missed in NYC. Enjoy Panama!
PJ

By: Debbie Taylor

Debbie Taylor — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry,

Your post was beautiful. I have many of the same sentiments which have been written above. Thanks for sharing it with you. You were missed at the convention. Wishing you safe travels and the same special abundance today.
Debbie

By: George Hayward

George Hayward — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry,

I like your new “face” (web site) but then, I liked your previous face, too.

Good “stuff” in content is my reason to return…….

Geo. H.

By: Jim Barber

Jim Barber — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Both your post and your life’s work are wonderful tributes to your dad, Terry. Today is indeed a special day. I wish you a day, a month, a year, and a lifetime of prosperity.
– jim

By: Monica G Smith

Monica G Smith — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry~
How abundant and generous of you to encourage us in the midst of a difficult situation for you. Thank you, dear friend! The love you have for your father embraces you both, it is and will continue to be enough. My great aunt is currently suffering from this disease and my mother is deeply concerned about getting it too.

Thank you again for sharing with us.

Huuggs & Blessings!

By: Jan Lockerbie

Jan Lockerbie — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Hey Terry, Being the Communicator that you are and strive to be, I know this inability to feel you can get through to your dad is extremely tough. So many things one wants to say. I want to say that I have missed seeing you in the Technology Today Reviews that you used to do for GSCPA. I was always there, every year, and miss you and the great info you always provided. I know you’ve moved on to more lucrative fronts, but you remain missed by those of us left behind. ;>) Best, very best, wishes to you in all that you do, today on 08-08-08, and every other day. ~Jan of Georgia

By: Seán Weafer

Seán Weafer — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry, missed you at NSA. Thanks for sharing this. My Dad is hale and hearty at 79 and we still enjoy a pint together. He has been a strong influence on my work as a ‘rebel’ coach and speaker – even though he still claims he doesn’t understand any of what I do. He lost his Dad when he was just 2 years old so my bond with him , being his only son, is a special one. Thanks for reminding me that its important to make space for all of those who form us and leave their gentle touch upon us.

By: Richard Oppenheim

Richard Oppenheim — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Terry -

Prosperity is measured in many styles, forms, progressions and mathematical complexities. Living well is the first goal. Visiting your Dad reminds all of us that we, to be prosperous, start off on someone else’s shoulders. the lucky ones get other shoulders to stand on while we grow.

Current research identifies that you Dad has not forgotten you, just cannot locate the memories that you left with him for soemthing less than 80 years. Saying goodbye is flush with difficulties. I wish you continued learning on being and living a propserous life.

Rich

By: Wally Bock

Wally Bock — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Marvelous post Terry. Our relationships with our parents and with each other are such complex and powerful things. In the midst of our hectic days we need reminders like this that, in the end, relationships are all we have. We sometimes need to be reminded to make that phone call, take time for that conversations, say the last “I love you” before sleep. Thanks.

By: Deb Haggerty

Deb Haggerty — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:59:59 +0000

Dear Terry,

What a wonderful tribute to your Dad! My dad died in 1999 from Alzheimer’s – I remember the pain of losing him little by little. Christmas Day 1998 was the last time he was really “with us” at all – we said goodbye to him the end of February and he went Home.

Our daughter, Jill, shares a birthday with your dad. She is a wonderful part of our lives and a very talented young woman of 32.

I wish you safe travels and many blessings.

Hugs!
Deb