May 7 marked 13 years that my grandfather has been gone – he passed away in 1996 and now literally half of my life so far has now been spent without him. I won’t make this post long because it’s still hard to think about him without really missing him; without thinking of how much I loved him, and how I wish he was still around… how much different things would have been if he were still here.
Just typing that brought tears…
I will just say that today (May 15, 2009) would have been his 83rd birthday. I would SO have loved for him to know my kids, to see who I have become… to have been able to celebrate this day with him. But, he’s in heaven… celebrating with my grandmother – exactly where they both deserve to be, with no worries, no pains, and unsurpassed joy! So, HAPPY BIRTHDAY Pappaw :)
I love you…
I understand wanting your children to know such a special person i your life. Happy Birthday to your Pappaw.