We got back from our trip to Rock Hill late last night. It really was a nice weekend. We had the opportunity to see most of my husband's family and friends. And to just relax a while too. Hailey was the life of the party. Everyone wanted to hold and play with her. Which means I got a much needed break. Hubby even volunteered to change diapers all weekend. It was nice!
Pawpaw had a nice birthday party. Over 70 people were there. He got to see old friends, distant relatives, close family and all his great grandchildren! We all know that was his favorite part. You could see his smile each time the great grandchildren would walk by or smile at him. We all know he had a nice time. And good thing, because it sadly may be his last.
Unfortunately Pawpaw is getting old. And with age comes health problems. Pawpaw has congestive heart failure and has had several heart attacks since April. He isn't the same towering man he was once. But he is still the beloved Patriarch of the family. It will be a very sad day when he leaves this world, but we know he will leave it better than he found it.
My prayer today is that he goes peacefully, without too much pain or suffering. He's lived 92 years and I think if it weren't for his heart he would live 92 more. But alas, good people have to go too. God calls us all home eventually. I was blessed to have been able to share memories over the last 4 years with this delightful and charming man. And my daughter was blessed to have been born while he could still enjoy her. We will miss him dearly. But he will live on in our hearts. May God give comfort to all of us on the day when he finally goes home to be with his Lord.
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