" It hurts to let go, but sometimes it hurts more to hold on. "

— Unknown

" A father’s tears and fears are unseen, his love is unexpressed, but his care and protection remain as a pillar of strength throughout our lives. "

— Ama H. Vanniarachchy

" Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads. "

— Henry David Thoreau

" Oh the places you’ll go. "

— Dr. Seuss

" The smile of a daughter is the secret purpose of every father. "

— Unknown

" Memories, even bittersweet ones, are better than nothing. "

— Jennifer L. Armentrout