5 years ago today. . .My grandpa left this world. I said goodbye to an amazing grandpa, a role model, a wisdom giver, a friend, and someone who could always could make me smile and brighten my mood. I said goodbye but he is always in my heart. I think of him often...wondering what he would think about things or what his advice would be.
My grandpa was a huge part of my childhood and really shaped who I am today. He always encouraged me to be a nurse (as he loved math and science) and he is one of the big reasons that dream came true for me.
Things aren't the same without you grandpa, but we will never stop remembering you! Your brave spirit and your passion to be with Jesus truly touched me. I love you and am thinking of you more than ever today!
One of his favorite songs...a great memory I have singing with him...
1. What a friend we have in Jesus,
all our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit,
O what needless pain we bear,
all because we do not carry
everything to God in prayer.
2. Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged;
take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful
who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness;
take it to the Lord in prayer.
3. Are we weak and heavy laden,
cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge;
take it to the Lord in prayer.
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
In his arms he'll take and shield thee;
thou wilt find a solace there.
