Friday Things
Hello friends :)
This is going to be a short Friday things, as my grandfather passed away this past Wednesday after a short illness, so the week has been emotional and broken up, and I don’t have a regular Friday things ready to go.
It is not lost on me how insanely lucky I have been to have still had two living grandparents at nearly 40 years old, but my grandpap seemed as though he would be around forever. He was 92 years old, never needed to walk with a cane (he and my grandma walked outside, at the gym, or in their basement every day!), and boy did he love his Oreos.
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I remember calling my grandma to tell her I was pregnant with Joseph. She cried and said at some point in the past, my grandpap had told her he didn’t think he’d live long enough to see great-grandchildren (even though he didn’t have any chronic illnesses, I think he just thought so due to his age). Not only did he get to see Joseph, but he ended up meeting and holding FOUR great-grandchildren. I’m so glad that I was able to give him that gift.
Whenever we would leave my grandparents’ house, he would stand in the doorway (or outside, if the weather was nice) and wave us off; it’s my favorite vision of him and one I will miss dearly. It does make my heart content to know that he's with my dad, who I know he has missed tremendously.
We will be honoring and remembering him with services today and tomorrow; the next time you eat an Oreo cookie, think of him :)
I’m so sorry for your loss. My grandparents did the same thing, what a great memory to have!!
Awww, nertz. My condolences to you and your family and everyone who loved your grandfather. May you find solace in happy memories.
Michelle,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your grandfather sounds like he was a very special man. May the memories of him help you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
So sorry to hear this news! What a beautiful photo and a sweet tribute to your grandfather! ::tears:: Big love to you and your family.
Praying for comfort for your family.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your grandpa. What a beautiful picture you posted of him.
Sorry for your loss. Blessings on you and your family.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your grandfather. I lost my 22 year old grandson two years ago on St. Patrick’s Day. I can never, ever celebrate that holiday again. I wish I could have seen him marry and see his children. I miss him terribly. But knowing I will someday see him again gives me comfort.
Hugs!
Kathy
So sorry to hear of your loss. It sounds like he had an amazing life.
Sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Sounds like as you’ve said, he was lucky to have seen 4 great-grandchildren and you were lucky to have had 2 grandparents for so long. Unfortunately, I never knew any of my grandparents. May your lovely memories comfort you.
What a beautiful picture Michelle! One you will treasure always. My heart aches for you and I am so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts, prayers and love is coming your way. God Bless!
I’m so sorry for your loss of your grandfather. He sounds like a dear man. I remember how painful a loss it was for me to lose my grandfather. I prayed for your family just before typing this.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle,
As one of your faithful followers, I just wanted to express my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear grandfather. I’m sure you know how lucky you are to have had him in your life for as long as you did. And how fortunate your sweet children were to as well. Condolences to your grandmother and the rest of your family. I’m sure he was so proud of all your accomplishments…. God bless…
I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my mom 3 years ago today and I know how hard it is to loose someone you love. Sending prayers for your family
Michelle: I’m so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss 💔
Hugs, so sorry for your loss, wonderful for you to have such special memories, may they bring you much comfort. Will be thinking of you.
I’m so sorry! Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this very difficult time.
Beautifully written tribute to your grandfather. So sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss – my grandparents did the same thing when we would leave, they would wave until they couldn’t see us anymore – and we had to drive in a huge circle to get out of their neighborhood, so they’d be standing there for what seemed like forever but they never went inside until we were gone! Sounds like you have some great memories with your grandpa that I hope provide you with some comfort during this time.
Michelle – Im SO sorry for your loss. It’s so hard to let go of someone we love. What a
Blessing that he could meet your children, and what joy that must have given him.
My granny was a sturdy Norwegian who died at 102.
May you receive comfort and solace at this time. My prayers are with you and your family
Feeling so sad for you today, Michelle.
I’m so sorry for your loss of your wonderful grandfather. He sounds like a very special man. May all your wonderful memories of him be a comfort to you in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a blessing it was to have him for so long. I will eat some Oreos today in his honor.
Prayers for your grief and celebration of his life.
I’m so sorry for this great loss. I’m happy to hear of those precious memories you hold of your ‘Grandpap’. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. I will toast to him with an Oreo today. 😊
So sorry for your loss.
Real tears for you. My unsolicited advice – keep his memory alive for your kids. Talk about him and keep pictures around. They are too young to remember him without the reminders.
I am so sorry about your beloved grandfather. May he rest in peace. My condolences to you and all the family.
I am so, so sorry for your loss.