By Scwer
My father, Francis, wore his signet ring in all places. He was 6 foot 7, and I keep in mind, as a child, trying up at his pinkie to admire our household crest. The ring was significant to him as a result of it was a present from his mom, who was a princess in Italy. She handed away when he was fairly younger, so it turned a connection to his lineage.
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He saved it on till his well being took a flip for the more severe in 2003. I used to be about to present beginning to my first daughter when he handed away. Once I went into labor a couple of weeks later, I requested my stepsister to deliver my dad's ring to me within the hospital. It nonetheless had cleaning soap inside it from the final time he wore it. I wasn't allowed to place it on my finger as a result of I used to be going into surgical procedure, however the loveliest nurse discovered a series in order that I may have it round my neck (it was nonetheless in opposition to the principles, however she stated it was our little secret). I used to be so comforted as a result of it was as if he had been within the room with me.
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My daughter was born on Might 15, the day earlier than my dad's birthday. We named her Rowan Francis in honor of him. I nonetheless put on the ring usually and take into consideration my dad each time I do. I like its position in our household historical past.
—As advised to Jennifer Ferrise
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