I already miss him terribly. He was gregarious and funny and tender and stubborn and I'm having a hard time imagining life without my Papa Wayne in it.
But I'm also thankful. I'm thankful that he passed at home with family around him. I'm thankful that I got to spend time with him last month. I'm thankful that I got to tell him goodbye and how much I love him. I'm thankful that he loved my husband and my daughter. I'm thankful for all the stories I heard him tell. I'm thankful for all the times he teased me and made me laugh. I'm thankful for all the love and cuddles he freely gave me. I'm thankful for the example he was to his family. I'm thankful that I had him for 33 years.
(two of my favorite photos of him)
13 comments:
Sorry for your loss. How winderful u had a grandfather for 33 years, i only had one for 8!
You are in my thoughts,
Donna
death sucks. i'm so sorry. i hate this for you. love to you,
e
I'm sorry doesn't cut it, but since I'm not there to give you a big hug- it'll have to do. Love you.
Grandparents sure are a wonderful gift, eh? Amazing you had Grandpa in your life for so many years...and how great he had the opportunity to know Emilia, and she him.
I am so, so sorry for your loss.
Hope all else is well with you three.
Sorry for your loss. So happy you had him for so long.
What a gift to have had him for 33 years. It sounds like he was a wonderful man and a joy to his family. He died surrounded by those he loved, no one can ask for more. In observing his eyes I see yours reflected.
I am so sorry for your loss and may his love carry you forth always.
I'm sorry for your loss Traci. He will be remembered fondly as a big part of our community.
sorry to hear about the loss, but glad you got to have many great years with him!
i'm so sorry traci, your grandpa sounds like a wonderful man.
sending a hug,
eliza
Hi Traci,
I just read your post and I am so sorry for your loss... I know it sounds strange but I see a clear similarity between the first photo you posted of your papa and your sweet daughter's face. I don't know what it is but it just struck me. I think it's beautiful.
Best regards from the Netherlands,
Caroline
sorry for your loss.
I feel the same way about being away from extended family (now that I am in Houston), but blessed at the same time for having had that time together w grandparents in NY.
I am so sorry about your Grandpa, Traci. I know how much you loved him. Praying for you and your family in Idaho. Love you.
oh my gosh. i am catching up from top to bottom with your posts.
i am deeply sorry for your loss. i know from your prior posts about him how much he meant to you and how fiercely you loved him. may all of your best memories of him bring you lasting peace.
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