Let's be honest—not everybody is going to want to see all of these photos and videos. And that's okay.

We've all seen those old movies where someone traps their guests on the couch to watch three hours of vacation slides while everyone silently wonders how much longer they'll survive.

So if that's you, take a quick look, smile, and get on with your life.

But my kids... this is different.

Take your time. Linger. Look closely.

These aren't just pictures. They're pieces of your father's heart. They're moments I wanted to keep because you were worth remembering.

And yes—that means you too, Sydney and Kaylee. You're part of this family, and part of this story.

Note: This is a work in progress because as you know… your Dad (or John, or Lil’ Johnny) gets very confused sometimes. lol!