Benjamin R. Gallo

Hi Pa,
The last time I wrote to you was in 2007 when I was just 13 years old. Well, I’m all grown up now. I’m 27 and although so much time has passed us by since we lost you, not a day goes by that I don’t think about you. I’m sure you’ve heard me talking about you. I have such an interest in science and have been a science teacher for 5 years now. I teach high school Earth science and I am really fascinated with all of Earth’s processes. Tonight my friend was over and I was talking...

Dearest Pa,

I know it's been a very long time. Sorry about that. Life sometimes has a way of different twists and turns, hills, and valleys. I was always the one who just wanted a straight path. Never did get that. Shocker. The family has grown, Anthony is married with a family of his own. Each time I look at his twins I feel a slight pain knowing how crazy you would be for them. They're absolutely adorable. My mom would have really loved them as well and would probably overstay her...

Dear Pa,
It's been over ten years since you've left us and not a day goes by without a reminder of you or mom. I miss you so very much.

I just wanted to let you know that I'm writing! I can still remember your face when you told me a million years ago that I'm good and should pursue it! Thank you for having faith in me, you were always the one that lifted my spirits up and managed to make me smile.

I love you so much and miss you even more. xoxoxo to infinity.

Hi Pa,

Things have changed so much around here since Auntie's been gone. I know that you'll must be enjoying each other, but it doesn't lessen the amount of hurt we have and how much we still miss both of you. Our family has carried on the tradition of cruising. Unfortunately, others haven't joined in, but that's okay. We've been able to make our family memories just as you, Auntie and mom showed us how fun cruising could be. Colby is doing well at college. He just returned...

Hi Pa,

I just wanted to write you and wish you a very Happy 100th Birthday. I suspect you, Auntie, Grandma, Aunt Ruby and all your new friends are celebrating your birthday with you.

I guess you have been busy lately showing auntie around. None of us thought that she would be joining you so soon, but she could no longer hold on.

Please take good care of her and I hope you are having a very happy celebration for you birthday.

Thinking of you...

Hi Pa,

I bet you thought I forgot about you...since i never write...but i talk to you often and you let me know you are with me because i am always finding pennies and i know that it you..... and I could never ever ever forget you. I went to a psychic and she told me that you have two woman around you....i know that is grandma and aunt ruby...and I am sure pierre and the other doggies are there too....do you want to know all that is going on...well i got married again..imagine...

Dear Dad,
I know it's been some time since I last wrote but I'm sure you already know everything that is going on. Joe's mom, Rose, died Aug. 29, 2010. It was very quiet and peaceful which we were grateful for. Dee and Tom are divorced. The kids live with Tom but spend a lot of time with Dee. They finally seem OK with everything. Tina's been out of work for a while but getting unemployment. Nikkie is living with Peter and seems very happy with the school and situation. Anthonly...

Hi Pa,

Please watch over mom and auntie and spread those angel wings. They both need lots of love and prayers right now for their strenght and health. Please touch upon Uncle Joe and give him the support that he needs right now. We miss you!

Love you and miss you,

You are NVR4GTN

Babette

Dear Dad,
Last Sunday was Easter. Of course I thought of you as always and hoped you were enjoying your jelly beans. We had a quiet but nice Easter. Weather was cold and windy but at least sunny. We left on Monday for AC and came back on Wed. There were so many kids at the hotel because some of the schools were out for Easter break. It rained Mon. and Tues. in AC but we had a nice time. It was just Joe and myself. Anthony was here for the weekend. It was really good seeing him. ...