Life & Death
In such a short time, we’ve experienced so much—welcoming a new life into our growing family while also saying goodbye to two pillars of a life we once knew, now warm memories as we move deeper into adulthood.
As a father, a dad, a (soon-to-be) husband, and someone who wears many hats—I can say with certainty: life is sweet, beautiful, and deeply human. Watching my little ones laugh, play, love, and learn is something no one can prepare you for. It’s irreplaceable. It’s one of those rare things that only we, as people, can fully appreciate. It’s magic. And it’s what makes this journey worth every moment.
Of course, the other side of that beauty is loss. Life always comes to an end—sometimes far too soon, sometimes long after the soul has sought rest. Most of us are never ready. Whether it’s decades of shared memories or just a few precious years, we grow attached. That too is a human gift, and a burden. But it’s not one we should fear. Our ability to love so deeply, even when it hurts, is what defines our experience.
It’s never easy to say goodbye—especially when the goodbye comes unannounced. But we can hold on to the truth that those we’ve lost lived fully and were deeply loved. They left behind a legacy, a trail for us to follow. The people they helped shape—us—carry forward their light. No matter our age, their influence lives through our actions.
Then comes life again. Life is beautiful. Watching it enter the world changes you. Being a dad? That’s the fun part. Being a father? That’s the hard part. Being a husband? Well… some days you feel unemployed you're so bad at it. But every part of it is a role I chose, proudly. The meaning of "family"—or "familia"—was shaped by those we lost, and I carry that meaning with me as I raise my own.
The little one I hold today bears the name of someone we’ve said goodbye to. And through them, a legacy continues. Our children look to us for everything—we are their whole world. And that’s a gift we must protect, honor, and live up to.
So live. Love. And don’t forget to make that phone call before it’s too late. Someday, it might just be a voicemail... or silence. The time we have is all we’ve got. Let’s make memories. Let’s hold onto each other.
