As many of you know, my Grandpa (Papa) passed away on April 16th after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. I can rest easier knowing that he is no longer suffering, but I still miss him terribly. I have picked up the phone at least a dozen times each day to call and talk to him; to check on him; to tell him that I love him and to talk about the weather. I guess I should be directing my calls to the big operator upstairs. ;O
Before Papa passed away, I was able to share the good news of my upcoming travels and studies. Papa was quite enthusiastic; always encouraging me to, "Go and have fun. You deserve it." I won't lie, I felt so conflicted being blessed with such happy news while my Grandpa was being cursed with cancer. Perhaps Bridget Jones said it best, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that when one part of your life starts going okay, another falls spectacularly to pieces."
I take comfort in knowing that my Grandpa exited this planet knowing that I am about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, and he gave me his full blessing (apart from flying in airplanes, but I digress).
I look forward to taking the spirit of Papa with me along my journey. The life lessons he taught me light my path, and I hope to pass on the love and compassion he showed me. He will always be ever-present in my psyche and, more importantly, in my heart.
Rest well, Papa....you surely earned it. Sit back and enjoy the ride we're about to embark on....and, yes...it does involve riding in airplanes! ;)
-Vanessa
Before Papa passed away, I was able to share the good news of my upcoming travels and studies. Papa was quite enthusiastic; always encouraging me to, "Go and have fun. You deserve it." I won't lie, I felt so conflicted being blessed with such happy news while my Grandpa was being cursed with cancer. Perhaps Bridget Jones said it best, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that when one part of your life starts going okay, another falls spectacularly to pieces."
I take comfort in knowing that my Grandpa exited this planet knowing that I am about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, and he gave me his full blessing (apart from flying in airplanes, but I digress).
I look forward to taking the spirit of Papa with me along my journey. The life lessons he taught me light my path, and I hope to pass on the love and compassion he showed me. He will always be ever-present in my psyche and, more importantly, in my heart.
Rest well, Papa....you surely earned it. Sit back and enjoy the ride we're about to embark on....and, yes...it does involve riding in airplanes! ;)
-Vanessa
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God speed on your travels! Your grandfather's spirit travels with you. Keep your enthusiasts and love for life while you were away...but don't forget about us lowly people back in the U.S. :)
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