I don't know you, and have just started posting on here, but have read your posts for years. As proud as you are of your Dad and his accomplishments, I am sure he was very proud to have you for a son. I lost my Dad, 2 years ago on March 20th. I will not say it gets easier, it gets different. Take it a day at a time, remember the good times, and rejoice in the many years you had together. At my Dads memorial celebration, there was a lot of tears, but more laughter and joy as we remembered a wonderful man. Take it a day at a time.