Today we as a family, the children, the grand children and the great grand children along with friends...said, "our farewells for now" to Grandpa Louie. What a hard but peaceful time. Never in my life have I participated in two services in one week. What a huge thing to go through. But the best part...I didn't do it alone. All of us, we did it together. We are all so proud and honored to be apart of the Holbrook family and we wouldn't do this any other way- together, never alone.
What an honor and privilege it was to be able to be the one to put the slide shows together. It was a hard task (emotionally), but a honor. As I looked back through all those photos, it brought great joy to me. I was able to relive all those special moments and witness the ones before my time. Just seeing the love that the family has had for generations and generations to come. We all know what a great legacy we have...what a amazing legacy!
Grandpa Louie was the "Captain" and we all loved sailing with him on the vessel of life. He has touched so many lives in so many ways. It was such an honor to hear all of the different ways that Grandpa touched so many lives. Once again, I wanted so much to stand and share my memories, my joys, my love for Grandpa...but I knew they wouldn't come out (again). As I do believe I was the only grandchild that lived with Grandpa and Grandma, that will always hold a special place in my heart. What an awesome time that was and one that I will cherish forever. Thank you both for that special time. Grandpa, how do I so wish that I could play a game of scrabble with you...where is that big dictionary so that I can look up all your words? I really think in my entire life that was the biggest dictionary that I ever did see. It was at least a foot high, grey was it cover and everyone knew where it was...it was so huge. Where is that dictionary?
Set sail Grandpa, begin your new voyage...with Grandma and the Lord.
It was wonderful to hear Uncle Mark speak again, (not wonderful for the occasion, but just his words, that brought honor and praise) this time holding Grandpa's bible. What an awesome gift he has been given by God. Thank you Uncle Mark for being the one to stand strong, to fight the tears, to honor your Dad in such a magnificent way.
I loved hearing about the "7's", Grandpa and Grandma's favorite number...they were each one of seven, they had 7 children that lived to be adults. They were married for 70 years. Grandpa's favorite verse was Proverbs 3: 5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct they paths. Well verse 7 says this, Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. There last and final seven was that they passed 7 days apart.
You were always on your bed, you were always holding hands. This is how I will remember you- my unforgettable Grandparents. I love you both so very much and I am at peace knowing that you are together again. Knowing that I will see you again, brings me peace, but missing you...that does not bring me peace. I will miss you so, but I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN!
No comments:
Post a Comment