Steven E. Belanger: Writing It Down: Dad

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Dad

Roger E. Belanger

1936-2011

"My life has been a poor attempt
To imitate the man
I'm just a living legacy
To the leader of the band...

I thank you for the kindness
And the times when you got tough
And, papa, I don't think I
Said 'I love you' near enough."

--Dan Fogelberg, "Leader of the Band"

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AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 8:35 AM
I'm very sorry for your loss. You'll be in our thoughts today.
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Steven E. BelangerDecember 6, 2011 at 8:59 PM
Thanks. This Christmas will be especially tough. (Sorry for responding to this soooo late!)
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Thursday, March 3, 2011

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