Foundation for Rafi - Rafael Uzieblo

Hi everyone! I'm sorry I have not posted in so long.
This last week has been very difficult for me as I couldn't celebrate my 21st with my dad. It was very emotional when I realized I will not be having my first (legal) beer with him.

I was wondering if any of you could share your favorite memory of my dad. Doesn't have to be anything big or awesome. Any memory will do.
I miss him everyday and everyday seems unreal that he isn't with me. I thought if we could share stories about him it would make things a little easier for me at the moment.

I'll go first:
We were out skiing (obviously) at Park City. I was very tired after training but I can't say no to my dad when he wants to take a few laps with me. We skied for HOURS and it was the most fun I had in so long. Training was becoming frustrating and with my injured back I was mentally not there. I was devastated I wasn't performing as well as I knew I could. Skiing with my dad helped ease the stress and it allowed me to relax and enjoy skiing for fun again. I didn't have anything to worry about and each lap was as if I was a new person. I was smiling the whole time and enjoying every second I spent with him. Afterwards we headed to Pig Pen Saloon and grabbed some food. Talked and tanned the upper half of our faces. We talked about everything. Laughed and enjoyed the afternoon together.
I think what I miss most is how that day made me feel. I was so happy. My dad always knew how to make me smile.

Constantly thinking about you. Hope you're shredding the tracks. Miss you, my best friend.