seeing ta, 12.9.23

life has hit our family hard this year. first it was my auntie, then it was my dad’s uncle, then it was almost ta two months ago. we drove to rochester today to see him. he looks weak and frail, but he is still mentally sharp. it’s heartbreaking. every time i look at him, i see my dad in him. one because it’s his dad (obviously), but two because they look alike and my mind goes to my dad getting older. it’s been two years since i’ve been here and the vibe is much different this time around. we are going to just hang out. eat, sit around, watch tv, and catch up. i don’t want to think this is my last time seeing him, but it could be. only God knows. this life is so precious, and it goes by too quick. you have to let people know how you feel about them and how much you appreciate them while you still can because you just never know.

-ratha, 7:13pm, 12.9.23