My father-in-law was a wonderful person. I grew to love him a great deal in a very short time. I always felt close to him. Unfortunately, we didn't have that many years. The Lord took him home far too soon. He was still a relatively young man. I think of him often and hope that he realizes that I have never forgotten the love he showed me.

Little Time Together

Dedicated to Paul Joseph Oidtman

You treated me like the angel,
Who had come to save your son;
I'm so sorry, Dad,
This battle I have not won.

So little time,
So much love to share;
You were the father,
Who was never there.

If I needed a cry,
Your shoulder I could find;
You gave me the shield,
To hide my fears behind.

And, if the time ever came,
That I needed you;
I didn't have to worry,
You always came through.

We had little time together,
Our relationship was brief,
When the Lord took you away,
My heart filled with grief.