Eulogy For Father

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The morning of April 12, 2000 in Port Arthur, Texas was like no other. In a week where it had been sunny most of the time, this day poured with rain. The sky was filled with rain clouds all of which made it look like a depressing day. As the rain kept pouring cats and dogs, a baby wailed and wailed at a local hospital. I had just recently been born and was taken away by the doctors. After I was checked for any diseases and defects, the doctors handed me to my dad who carried me in his strong, firm arms. However, I cried incessantly until I was placed in the hands of one special person. When I saw my mother, I stopped crying and admired her beauty. Her glowing brown eyes complimented her curly black hair and tan skin. However, her protective aura and gentle arms gave me a comforting feeling. From that day on I realized that this special person would be by my side when I needed her in life. Ever since I was a little kid, I sensed that my mother would be with me during hard times. At the age of 2, my family and I had a devastating …show more content…

On June 6, 2012, my best friend was defeated by the cruel opponent known as cancer. It was a long period of mourning for many of his loved ones, however, I was not able to feel great sadness. It was painful for me not to feel emotions which caused me to begin to feel isolated. That is when I heard the magic words, "Mijo I am here for you," from her. My mother was the only one to realize my anguish and the inner conflicts I had. The support and warmth that emitted from her words allowed me to express what I felt inside. She triggered the "tripwire" that I needed in order to understand the feelings I had accumulated. Her total comprehension and attention gave me hope that I would one day see my friend again. Moreover, I was comforted by the thoughts that I had a shoulder on which I could bawl out my emotions someday. In a time of solitude, my mother provided the company I

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