TP4U father has passed away. Pls keep him in Your Prayers/Thoughts

mytreefiddy · Nov 9, 2014

TooPowerful4u said:
Thank you all. Means a lot. Thoughts and knowing people care does help. Hes been in the ICU 3 weeks and was battling up and down the entire time. I had to rush to the hospital 3 different times, the last one being it.

This has been the hardest prep of my life. I almost pulled out..... but when i told him that, he couldnt speak, but his eyes shot open wide and he shook his head no in a very swrious way. Always taught me never give up and never quit. Always follow through and do your best. I dont have to win, i only have to give it my very best and he will be proud. I am in this months Flex and he loved seeing that and didnt stop telling people how proud he was...... im giving this last two weeks every bit of what iv got and then some to make him proud one more time. I can feel his energy and strength and hes going to help me with this one......this ones not for me, it has a much more important meaning now.

Thank you all again. Iv been on this board since i was a kid and the support definitely helps

I feel your pain Phil.... I just lost my father in July... 4 weeks away from my competition and just like you wanted to pull out.... My old man said " You better not!.. you worked way too hard for this".... it drove me the last 4 weeks and finished 2nd in 2 classes.... made me mentally stronger for sure...
In fact I'm 3 weeks out now and the only reason I entered was because I needed something to take my mind off the holidays coming..... unfortunately, the holidays have changed forever.

Hang in there my friend... cherish the memories.

emeric delczeg · Nov 9, 2014

TooPowerful4u said:
Cant say enough how much i appreciate the support. I am tearing up reading these comments. Partially because of the support and partially because its making me think...... venting n talking does help and im fortunate to have loads of friends who care and unexpectedly here....

I really have to "get it all out" before i enter the gym each time, as that was one of the promises i made and it reminds me of him and his pride in me. I dont mind sharing my thoughts and feelings here since this has been a place that guided me through the years and i would not be the bodybuilder i am today without this place. This place is part of what helped me make my father proud.

Very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.

j4ever · Nov 9, 2014

Very sorry for your loss brotha! stay strong.

ChuckSm00th · Nov 9, 2014

Sorry About your father TP4U...Its never easy losing someone especially a parent. That has to be one of the hardest times in anyone's life.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Best of luck @ nats!

ajdos · Nov 9, 2014

My prayers to you and your family Phil.

True test of your strength right now, keep your head up big fella.

Elvia1023 · Nov 9, 2014

Phil I am very sorry for your loss. I know for a fact your dad would be very proud. I hope you do great at your show.

mytreefiddy · Nov 9, 2014

mytreefiddy said:
I feel your pain Phil.... I just lost my father in July... 4 weeks away from my competition and just like you wanted to pull out.... My old man said " You better not!.. you worked way too hard for this".... it drove me the last 4 weeks and finished 2nd in 2 classes.... made me mentally stronger for sure...
In fact I'm 3 weeks out now and the only reason I entered was because I needed something to take my mind off the holidays coming..... unfortunately, the holidays have changed forever.

Hang in there my friend... cherish the memories.

I need to correct my statement...I found out my father had cancer 4 weeks out... he passed away 2 weeks after my competition....

b-boy · Nov 9, 2014

damn phil, so sorry to hear about your father bro.... damn!

Pumped Up Ya · Nov 9, 2014

Extremely sorry to hear about your father, go win nationals and get that pro card for him bro! Hes still watching you train and givin it your all, keep your head up friend

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myosaurus · Nov 9, 2014

my sincere condolences and may he rest in peace...
you'll do well. best of luck!

Cerberus777 · Nov 10, 2014

Just remember you may not hear it, but he'll be the loudest one shouting your name at the show. My prayers are with you

TrinityD · Nov 10, 2014

i don't know you, but i'm very sad reading this thread..

life is too short...i see too many good people dying too early in the hospital..

im sorry brother

DK0223 · Nov 10, 2014

So sorry for your loss Phil, I know you don't know me, but if you ever wanted to talk to someone hit me up anytime.

sugarshane1403 · Nov 10, 2014

Sorry for your loss brother....

I can only imagine how you must feel but this has inspired me to touch base with my dad. We have not been seeing eye to eye lately....

BALDNAZI · Nov 10, 2014

Lost my pop nearly 7 years ago and not a day goes by that I don't cry about it. I miss him more then anything. I know how it is Phil, I'm here for you kid. Prayers to you and your family...

BALDNAZI · Nov 10, 2014

sugarshane1403 said:
Sorry for your loss brother....

I can only imagine how you must feel but this has inspired me to touch base with my dad. We have not been seeing eye to eye lately....

I can't stress this enough. All of us, get over any petty bullshit with your loved ones. It's not worth it. Love them and be close to them, cause when they are gone, they are gone. Let some good come out of Phil's loss, love your families my brothers...

mikeyt869 · Nov 10, 2014

Phil I wish you and your family nothing but the best. I'm very sorry to hear of your loss, keep your head up brother. He's no longer suffering it's likely for the best. You're in my thoughts, I hope you kill it come show time!