Go for It: Photo Shows Emotional Note Father Left for Kids Before His Death, Many Get Emotional
- A lady has shared a beautiful note her father left for his children, despite his blindness, just before he died
- The note asked the children to do whatever they are passionate about and not waste any time tinkering with it
- Many people who reacted to the emotional note said they would frame it and read it every day
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A young lady with the social media handle @HunterIsobel has gone online to share a photo of the short note her late father left before he died.
In a post, she said that her dad was suffering from Parkison's disease. Despite having shaky hands and loss of sight because of the disease, he was able to still write it.
Go for it!
The short note read:
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"Go for it! No time is better than now."
@HunterIsobel revealed that her late father had a strong mind before he passed away. The lady said that she will listen to the piece of advice and go for it.
See the post below:
When @goodnews_movement reshared the post, it gathered over 1,000 comments and thousands of likes.
Emotional reactions
Briefly News compiled some of the reactions below:
meagansaid said:
"Frame that and begin everyday with that sentiment."
kary1954 said:
"So sorry for your loss. You dad had wisdom."
durems said:
"Heartfelt condolences. What a kind, wise, and thoughtful remembrance for you."
re_becca_re_becca_ said:
"No one knows more how to live than the ones in the face of death."
eileen_riordan_fielding said:
"Awww…. This is the best! God bless your sweet dad! Great advice!"
callmetmc said:
"I would frame this. What incredible parting advice."
hanmetheaux said:
"Definitely would be a tattoo."
Nurse praised for going beyond her call of duty for baby
Meanwhile, Briefly News recently reported that a dedicated nurse has won over the hearts and praise of Mzansi.
Photos of Tebogo Mofokeng carrying a patient’s baby on her back while on duty at Lydenburg Hospital were shared by Mpendulo Ncubukezi on Linkedin.
Tebogo shines as a beacon of hope for Mzansi’s healthcare system, reminding many that nurses passionate about the cause still very well exist.
The post reads:
“Meet Tebogo Mofokeng a dedicated nurse from Lydenburg hospital, who treats her little patients like her own babies, let's send love and appreciation to her.”
Source: Briefly News
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