Grandpa and grandma on Christmas Eve - their 70th wedding anniversary
Today is both a sad and happy day for our family. Sad, because after 88 abundant years on earth, the Lord called my grandma home to be with Him. And happy because we know she is no longer in pain and is rejoicing before her Lord this very day. What a life grandma lived, and what a blessing she was to so many. Grandma had 8 children, 23 grandchildren, and dozens of great-grandchildren. Her 6 living children have lovingly cared for her during her final years on earth, often making enormous personal sacrifices to tend to her needs and simply be by her side. The actions of her children spoke volumes about their love for their mother and the character of the men and women she raised. Since she was a young girl, grandma has had two true loves: Her Lord and Savior Jesus, and grandpa, her handsome husband of 70 years. 70 years! They don't even make Hallmark cards for such an occasion. Love like that is rare and beautiful, and what an example they've set for the generations behind them. I will always remember my grandparents as a couple, sitting side by side holding hands as they did every time I visited them. Even in grandma's failing years, grandpa was by her side holding her hand.
The week ahead will be difficult, and my heart is especially heavy for my dad and my aunts and uncles who lost their mom. But, as I pray for their peace and comfort, I also rejoice in the knowledge that grandma is now able to praise her Lord face to face.
1 comment:
what a beautiful story of a life well lived...and isn't it so great that she is in heaven and we can know that without a doubt?
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