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I made portobello and spinach quesadillas! They were yummy 😋.
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NobodyGetsIt: Thank you. That was a difficult time.
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Sendhelp: Sorry that I apparently wasn't clear. My Daddy was transported to the hospital due to coronary arrest. He passed away.
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"Llamalover47,"

That's a heartbreaking story - I thought he had passed away but, that - well there just are no words for what happened to you and your family. Especially, being only 20 and painfully shy.
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Sorry Llama.🧸️

Abandonment hurts.
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NobodyGetsIt: Yes, I was barely 20 myself and EXTREMELY shy. On Good Friday of '67, my Daddy left the house never to return. Thank you! 💞
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"Llamalover47,"

I had no idea you lost your dad when you were so young - that's sad and I'm sorry to hear that.
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Bridger: That is good that you brought your dad home today. You are blessed to have him. I lost my Daddy in 1967.
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"Bridger46164,"

I'm so glad you have your dad with you and that he did it for you. That is so thoughtful of you to make his favorite dinner (which sounds great by the way). I bet that was a touching moment to see him and your husband compete to lick the frosting bowl - that made me smile. My mom always loved Red Velvet Cake - she's a Valentine's Day baby so I've made it for her birthday in the past. I sure hope he will be able to eat but, I know it will take some time for his appetite to return.

I'm glad he's spending time with all of you!
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Bridger,

Awwwww, your dad is so blessed to have you in his life. I adored my dad and what I wouldn’t give to cook one more meal for him.

Your posting made me tear up. My dad died in 2002 and next to my husband he was the finest man I have ever known.

Daddy was a joy to be around. He provided a good life for my mom and his children and he lovingly taught me so much about life. He will live in my heart forever.

I was the apple of my father’s eye. He was strict, but fair. I have no doubt that you are so special to your dad, not to mention a fabulous cook, honey! I would eat at your house any day of the week.

Take care, Bridger and keep spreading your kindness. Your posts make me smile.
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I brought Dad home today. He’s doing it for me so I won’t worry about him. Fixing his favorite dinner. Roast chicken, green beans, hash brown casserole, salad and made red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting. Both sons and DIL are joining us. He and my husband competed to scrape the frosting bowl. Two little boys. I feel better with him here with me.
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cwille,

Greek yogurt is a sub for sour cream and mayonnaise. Make a trial desert to try. See if you like it. If you do, you can make it to bring and enjoy.
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cwillie,
Plain Greek yogurt probably similar to sour cream. I would give it a try.
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We are heading to Nephew#1's for an early thanksgiving on Sunday and I am planning to bring a no bake cheesecake so does anyone know what makes low fat sour cream different from low fat yogurt? I already bought some because I was afraid that even Greek yogurt might weep, but I just don't get how that stuff can be called sour cream?
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"earlybird"

Lucky you! Is mom enjoying some too?
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Dinner: Cherry chocolate moose tract ice cream cone from a local dairy farm.
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Bridger: Oh, big hugs to your dad. I know that he appreciates you. That poundcake sounds so good. I used to make a blackberry poundcake.
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NHWM: That sounds deeelish!😀
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Home made creamy chicken veggie stew (leftovers).
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I didn’t feel like cooking dinner so I made something easy, eggs and toast.
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Chicken enchilada.
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Grilled ham, cowboy potatoes and roasted brussel sprouts.
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Bridger,

I am sure that your dad appreciates being with you and enjoyed your cake. He might like visiting your home for a change in routine.

He will grieve. It’s normal. I am glad that he has you to share his grief with.

In my case my dad died first. I think if mom had died first he would have wanted to die to be with her.

Mom grieved for him but she was always a rock in the family. I don’t think she feels emotions as deeply as my dad did.

Both mom and dad were of the generational era of ‘pulling up your bootstraps’ and moving on. Their generation wasn’t as open to therapy.

We have evolved. Now there are grief support groups. Of course, Covid put a halt to many things. It’s a tough time all around, isn’t it?

I hope your dad starts feeling better soon. Hugs and prayers for your family.
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"Bridger46164,"

I'm still thinking about your dad and family. I can certainly understand him not wanting to eat but, I think that's a great idea to bring him to your house so he won't be alone so much. I hope he'll agree to come!
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Husband took me out for dinner. I made a blueberry pound cake. I took my dad a piece. He’s eating very little since Mom passed. I’m thinking about bringing him to my house. He’ll still be grieving, but not spending so much time alone.
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"earlybird,"

That sounds so good right now - my sweet tooth is starving because I don't have anything sweet to eat around the house. I love eating the pudding when it's still slightly warm!
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Homemade chocolate pudding with whipped cream.
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Homemade red chili tamales, cheese flautas with homemade salsa, cabbage, onion, lettuce and cilantro.
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Grilled shrimp, grilled vegetable skewers. Quick and easy.
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Baked Haddock, mashed potatoes, butternut squash, salad with lemon herb dressing.
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