The girls visit their dad’s grave to “show” him their new dresses as he had wished, only to find two boxes with their names on them

To honor their father’s dying wish, two little girls, Isla, 6, and Madison, 8, visit his grave on his birthday, dressed in beautiful outfits just for him. Near his gravestone, they find two wrapped boxes with their names on them.

Since Brian’s passing, Isla and Madison had been quieter, missing the fun moments they shared with him. Linda, their mother, struggled with grief, finding it difficult to move on. Brian’s last words to his daughters were a wish to see them dressed in their finest on his birthday, and, though hesitant, Linda took them shopping so they could fulfill his request.

On Brian’s birthday, the girls, holding hands, walk to his grave with Linda trailing behind. At the grave, they find gifts labeled with their names, each containing a pair of Mary Janes and a heartfelt letter from Brian. In the letter, he encourages them to be happy, mischievous, and to remember he is always with them.

As the girls read the letter, Linda finally feels peace, comforted by her daughters’ love and resilience. Through their visit, the family feels Brian’s presence, realizing that love and cherished memories keep them connected, no matter the distance.

9 People Who Were Too Unlucky to Have a Good Vacation

Sometimes when your suitcases have been packed, your passport is in your pocket and the plane tickets are in your hands, you get a gut feeling that something is going to go wrong on your vacation. You’ll end up trying to remember whether you switched off the iron back at home or are suffering after realizing you’ve forgotten your phone charger. All these bad moments can be amplified thanks to friends that post their perfect beach photos.

9. What happens when you fall asleep outside:

8. “Came to Greece for a relaxing holiday in the sun. It has rained for 5 days straight, and we are leaving tomorrow.”

7. “The hotel promised us a sea-view room. They actually weren’t lying.”

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5. When one obstacle has passed, but it’s still too early to relax:

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4. “How’s that for an ocean view on your beach vacation?”

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2. “When you wake up for a sunrise at Niagara Falls but forgot to check the weather forecast…”

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1. When you’re having your first romantic trip on gondolas, but the traffic is too heavy:

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Has anything similar happened to you? Please tell us your stories in the comments and perhaps our next compilation will be about you!