The first song I remember learning, in its entirety, is 'That's The Way That The World Goes 'Round' by John Prine. I was barely four years old, and the memory of how the song starts is tied in with Dad's thumb on the low E string of his guitar. I remember feeling proud that I remembered every word, and could sing along with Dad. I imagined funny scenes like a silly clown splashing around in his bathtub and a laughing husband chasing his laughing wife around with a soft hose. The lyrics to the song might be a bit adult for the average four-year-old, but thanks to Dad I was not average.
Still so new to the world, with my tiny fingers and long hair, I learned early that things happen...but the world keeps turning. You might feel bad one day, but the next day will be different. Better. I miss him all the time, and it can be easy to get swept up in sad feelings. But Dad taught me to live life every day happy-- that is why I wanted to share a happy memory with you today.
Sending love and laughter, Kirsten Lena (Daddy's girl through and through!)
My hero is my Dad, Truls Dominic Bjore. He taught me to treat others with love and respect, that if you are in a position to help you should, and that you should give love freely-- there is too much hate in the world. I will hold his love and laughter in my heart forever.
