Sadness, loneliness and anguish persist on this day. While I remember the days of lost times, there are no memories, photos and mail from dad. I grew up without knowing my father's love. My father had two heart attacks. As for today, we communicate on the phone once a week. It's not what I want, but over time I hope for more. As for the reason for the change, I'm still baffled by it. I accept it with a grateful heart. We love each other unconditionally. He wasn't there for his daughter in the past. Yet today he is proud of me and my achievements, along with my life choices. I am an eagle that flies higher, a lion that roars louder. I am strong and confident. I may not have the common father-daughter relationship, but what I have I will cherish for a lifetime. The truth may hurt you, but it makes you stronger. A lie only destroys. The choice is