Thankful Thursday

This week we have been so incredibly thankful. There is so much to be thankful for and we are constantly in awe of the gifts and blessings we receive.

This week we are most thankful for the life of my grandfather.

My grandpa was a truly incredible person. It's so hard to consider him mortal - maybe it is a combination of never losing a family member before, coupled with the strength and great perseverance that was on display daily in his life. Every trial was faced head on with the confidence of a leader. As head of the tree he provided shade and protection to all the branches below. His reach was wide to provide shelter for others. He will be greatly missed on this humble Earth.

What speaks louder to me than anything else is what is happening now. He is face to face with his maker. Pain-free and burden-less he can run into the open arms of our heavenly father. Even just the thought is beyond my feeble comprehension.

Thank you for the great wisdom you passed on. Thank you for all the laughs and joy. Thank you for all the memories, they are timeless.