There isn't a day that we do not think of the great people that we have been blessed with in this life. We lost my dear brother a year ago today and we lost Dave's sweet father this past April. We miss them everyday, but certain times seem to heighten and re-open those strong feelings. Dave's father would have celebrated his birthday just two days ago, Thanksgiving day. Memories of jolly Rob flooded our minds throughout the day. Great memories. We miss him dearly, but found it to be very sweet that his birthday fell upon Thanksgiving this year... it was a reminder to focus on our gratitude for the time we got with him--although it was so short, and not so much on how we miss him--although we very much do. We are forever grateful for Rob. He taught us so much. He helped mold Dave into the loving person he is. He taught us of selflessness, kindness, sincerity, endurance, and unconditional love everyday he lived on this earth. We are grateful for the great memories and this great man.
5 comments:
What a sweet post. I've only ever lost one person that I was close to- my Grandpa. I, too, and thankful for the time that I had with him. He taught me so much.
Scott and I thought of you this weekend! We wish we could have celebrated Thanksgiving with you! I hope that you are doing well! We love and Miss you (and Bocky)!
April-
Your family is so beautiful and full of joy!
i wanted to write and tell you how much we adore you and Dave. Aaron was on our minds all month long if not throughout the year. Gosh i loved how he loved..(a fearless non judgemental way.) He had what i think of as grace. Smile for him and love like he would. We love you.
Please tell Dave he is to young to of lost a parent. We ache for him. As a couple you have lost so much but through it you have gained such a beautiful strong family.
I have heard things have been rough in Chicago. I know how it is to live in a place where the daya to day things are just difficult or are made harder by you surroundings. (Memphis is no treat promise.)
Love the Kimballs
I thought of you and your family all day long. You are always in our prayers. We miss you.
You family is darling.
Jess
What a great post, and what a darling son. I hope you are all doing well. Your mom is amazing. She seems so young and full of life all of the time. Thanks for your inspiring outlook.
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