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My Grandfather just passed away
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I'm so very sorry for your loss, Son. My remaining grandfather died 11 years ago. I had been procrastinating on writing him to tell him about our new pregnancy--his first great-grandchild on the 'white sheep' side of the family. I procrastinated too long. It still hurts. I think I can empathize with you a little bit.
I pray that you will draw near to Almighty God and receive the comfort only He can give, and have safe travel for your journey.
--Denise
I pray that you will draw near to Almighty God and receive the comfort only He can give, and have safe travel for your journey.
--Denise
Thank you one and all for your kind words and email. I was very shocked to get such a large amount of support. Aside from my family, I feel TFL is my second home. Every member here has a special place in my heart and soul. I am proud to converse with each and every one of you.
My family decided that it would be best if we gather Tuesday evening for our private mourning. It will be a time for my family to talk about the good times. Although my memories of my grandfather are vague, what I do remember is the walks he took me on. What I do remember is taking me to the candy shops and coffee houses. What I do remember is the words I love you.
My work allowed me to take 3 days paid leave to be with my family. Since we will not gather until the evening, in memory of my grandfather, I will go pheasant hunting tomorrow. I know that is what he would want me to do in a situation like this. I know he would want me to enjoy a walk in the woods with my over under. I know he would want me to make peace with Mother Nature.
What I will always remember is that his morals and gracious heart. What I will always hold dear is the fact he has touched many lives. I pray one day I turn out like him.
Thank you again. Each of you has made this sad time tolerable. I will always remember this thread.
My family decided that it would be best if we gather Tuesday evening for our private mourning. It will be a time for my family to talk about the good times. Although my memories of my grandfather are vague, what I do remember is the walks he took me on. What I do remember is taking me to the candy shops and coffee houses. What I do remember is the words I love you.
My work allowed me to take 3 days paid leave to be with my family. Since we will not gather until the evening, in memory of my grandfather, I will go pheasant hunting tomorrow. I know that is what he would want me to do in a situation like this. I know he would want me to enjoy a walk in the woods with my over under. I know he would want me to make peace with Mother Nature.
What I will always remember is that his morals and gracious heart. What I will always hold dear is the fact he has touched many lives. I pray one day I turn out like him.
Thank you again. Each of you has made this sad time tolerable. I will always remember this thread.
Son,
I'm sorry for your loss. My grandfather died while I was home for Christmas two years ago. It sucks. Even when you see them there's so much you wish you had talked to them about when they're gone.
May your faith give you and your family the strength you need.
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I'm sorry for your loss. My grandfather died while I was home for Christmas two years ago. It sucks. Even when you see them there's so much you wish you had talked to them about when they're gone.
May your faith give you and your family the strength you need.
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The first step is registration, the second step is confiscation, the final step is subjugation.
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Son, because of issues (think rebellion against ultra-traditional Asian family) I can no longer speak to any member of my family, or see them ever again. My maternal grandfather, who for all my life has been my support and a calming influence, will die in the years to come without ever seeing me or the children I may have.
I understand how you feel, I think. You don't sound like a failure to me. You sound very much like a sincere guy who's had guilt and grief over all this. That alone says you have a heart worth carrying and a life worth living. Be proud at your grandfather's wake. I'm sure he's proud of you now too.
I understand how you feel, I think. You don't sound like a failure to me. You sound very much like a sincere guy who's had guilt and grief over all this. That alone says you have a heart worth carrying and a life worth living. Be proud at your grandfather's wake. I'm sure he's proud of you now too.
My prayers go with you and your family.
Keep in mind, that your grandfather is in a better place and he passed away being very proud of you and he loved you for being who you are and what you have achieved. You have given him a lot of happiness in his time here just by being a good grandson.
I didn't know it either until both my grandfather and father passed away. My uncles told me that they(my father and grandfather) were very proud of me, but it it typical Oriental upbringing, that they did not say it.
Try not to beat yourself up about not being with them...you were always there in their hearts and they drew great comfort from that.
Keep in mind, that your grandfather is in a better place and he passed away being very proud of you and he loved you for being who you are and what you have achieved. You have given him a lot of happiness in his time here just by being a good grandson.
I didn't know it either until both my grandfather and father passed away. My uncles told me that they(my father and grandfather) were very proud of me, but it it typical Oriental upbringing, that they did not say it.
Try not to beat yourself up about not being with them...you were always there in their hearts and they drew great comfort from that.
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