At an emotional crossroad

Your dad was a hot rodder, and the essence of hot rodding is making due with what you have, and using your hands and your wits to make what you have better. I’m glad to hear that you feel the spark of enthusiasm building again, and I believe your Dad would be proud of whatever you do. Your dad taught you volumes during his lifetime, maybe not all that you agreed with at the time, but there is a lesson in everything. Maybe one of the lessons in the distance between you at one time would be to keep your own kids closer to your heart, and try to share with them your passions in life. In the end, they will fly in their own sky as you’ve done, and your Dad realized that you did also, and that was ok with him. Whatever you plan to do, keep your dad in your heart, he will be there with advice and direction, and will always be proud of you. I say do the Dart your way, and honor him with a hot rodders approach, do the best you can with what you have, and work your way up the ladder, you might be surprised at how quick you can climb! Good luck to you bud, and sorry to hear about your Dad.