Cradled in my Mother’s arms, my little fingers reaching out for Papa’s. Daddy’s scratchy beard, tickles my soft newborn skin, as he leans in to kiss me. Mama’s Daughter, Daddy’s little girl. No matter what age I am still. The light is passed on- trying to care for my Son, Like my Parents still continueContinue reading “Unconditional”
Category Archives: Grandparents
The Strength of Faith
My Grandmother is currently on hospice and I am finding it hard to sleep as I am thinking about her. The ironic thing about all of this is that I was writing about my fictitious character Jen, and the death of her Grandfather the night my Grandmother went into the hospital. Around the time IContinue reading “The Strength of Faith”
The Gift
We did not get approved for the car loan. However, every cloud has a silver lining. My parents, passing on the great legacy my Grandfather bestowed upon them, decided to help us out. My Mother applied for the loan for the new vehicle, since we could have not afforded another car payment anyways, had weContinue reading “The Gift”
My Musical Life
This week was a good week for my Son and Family. It brought back many memories. My Dad is a Music Director at a local Catholic Church. They have a chicken dinner every year to raise money for the parish. My Dad plays the organ for people who are coming to see the church. AfterContinue reading “My Musical Life”
The Birth of a Father
Becoming a Father is a series of miraculous events. The father expectantly waits for the arrival of a child. Expectantly means watchfully waiting. Fathers are watchfully waiting from the very moment that baby is conceived. They are watching creation take place right before their eyes. Fathers are waiting for life to happen. Then itContinue reading “The Birth of a Father”
A Wise Man
A wise man once told me to fight like hell, follow your dreams, and never give up. That wise man was my Grandfather. I miss him very much. He always gave me good advice. Some of that advice I didn’t understand tell I was much older. Things My Grandfather Told Me 1. Never Go toContinue reading “A Wise Man”
Snapshots of a Life 