Wisdom at 4

We got together for Dad's birthday in Florida. This was also an early birthday celebration for Natalie, who was to turn four on December 2. So, the morning of Dad's birthday, November 18th, Michelle said to Natalie, "Today is Blue Eyed Grandpa's birthday." Natalie replied, "But he doesn't need those anymore."

Sad and sweet at the same time, Natalie has kept a lot of the loss of Dad in perspective, reminding us all to keep living and of the many ways she brought him joy. If he heard Natalie say that, he was certainly laughing and in agreement.

Our grief is soul deep. His memory is to keep...in our hearts, minds and prayers, as always...especially so on November 18, 2008.