Monday, January 24, 2011

To My Grampi...


I loved you so much I named my first after you. You were my dancing partner, one of my biggest cheerleaders. My hiking partner and my camping teacher. A loyal friend. The advice you provided me was always the wisest and most practical--and I loved how you never failed to grab me by my arm and pull me apart from the crowd to chat.

You never left a gathering without telling me that you loved me. And vice versa. How lucky I was to see you yesterday and repeat the routine.

I will miss you more than you will ever know. Rest in peace, relax and enjoy a big 'ol cocktail w/ the teensiest bit of water. I love you.

6 comments:

the ravenna girls said...

Sounds like he was an awesome man. Losing people so close to you can be tough - thanks for sharing a little glimpse of someone so special to you with us.

dana said...

Devon, I'm so sorry for your loss, but also glad you had someone like your grandfather in your life. What a gift.

Our Family Foursome said...

Thoughts, prayers, and electronic hugs being sent your way. Sorry to hear of your loss.

LindsB said...

I have tears in my eyes right now, this is beyond sweet! I'm so very sorry for your loss hun, xoxoxox

Anonymous said...

Very nice. Thank you for the good memory. Been a long week and it helps a lot.
mom

Meg said...

this is so sweet devon, I'm so sorry, thinking of you..