Erin, your dad was a great guy. I’m glad I had the chance to become friends with him at the paper. I just lost my mom in October, so I’m living through what you’re going through. All I can say is to find where your dad fits into your life now. If something reminds you of him, take that moment and let it. If there’s something you wanted to tell him, then do so, whether it’s in your head or on paper, on screen or perhaps speak into an audio app. Talk to people who knew him — your family, Times people, other friends. Cry, if you want to. And laugh, too (your dad always had me in stitches). Eventually, you’ll just know instinctively what he would have told you. And next time you want to celebrate something, I’m happy to celebrate with you.