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Shelly L Francis's avatar

I’m late to find this beautiful piece, ironically on the anniversary of a close friend’s passing. Her ashes were partially scattered in Hawaii. Your time sounds so magical, full of your dad’s spirit. Aloha!

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Anna-Marie O'Brien's avatar

Aloha, Shelly! Thanks so much. It was an amazing trip - I'm still reveling and dreaming of it. I'm glad the piece found you at the exact right moment. Hope you're well!

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Shelly L Francis's avatar

Life is good here!

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Megan Whitson Lee's avatar

What an amazing tribute to your stepdad, and what an amazing experience! Those photos were beautiful. My dad died in 2021, and I still miss him so much and wish I'd asked more, had more time to spend with him. We always want more time. Loved this piece, Anna-Marie. Thank you for sharing!

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Anna-Marie O'Brien's avatar

Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words. Losing our parents is so hard, writing a bit about it helps. Thanks for reading!

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Jessie's avatar

That's amazing! Your stepdad was there for sure. <3

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Anna-Marie O'Brien's avatar

Thanks, Jessie. It was a magical trip!!

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AbbyWrites's avatar

Now I long to snorkel in the cool, crystal, waters of the Hawaiian Islands & watch the colorful schools of Potter's Angelfish, & humuhumunukunukuāpuas. It's on my bucket list of things I'd possibly get to do one day. One never knows if one's bucket list will become a reality one day. The goal is to make it so. If not, I'll settle for a video clip of someone' else's bucket list experience with such fish!

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Anna-Marie O'Brien's avatar

Thanks, Abby! It was an amazing trip. I didn’t even know it was on my bucket list, but I added it and crossed it off! 😅

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