Look closely... Belle is about to receive her mad money from Grandpa Bell. I just love this photo, it encapsulates a tradition, generosity, love and devotion to enjoying the journey. For a long as I can remember Grandpa Bell has been know to have a little "mad money" in his pocket. As much as I enjoyed and still enjoy receiving the cash, I love the symbol it is to me. I love how Grandpa kind of snuggles up to you and slips a little cash into your hand and smiles that charming smile of his. He is one of the most generous men I know. He has worked very hard for what he has and I feel blessed when he shares that with me. However more precious to me is his love and his influence in my life.
Last week Grandpa had a valve replacement, a pace maker put in and a bypass or two. I was concerned, but he came through it just fine. In his own words he feels "weak as a kitten, but getting better". I love this man. I love it when he takes time for heart to heart chats, when he gives me hugs, when he brings slides shows and old pictures of my mom, I love it when he talks of her even though I know it must break his heart all over again. I love it when he tell me that he is proud of me and when he speaks of grandma like they are newly weds. I love how generous he is and that he is mine forever.
2 comments:
this is such a sweet post, Jenn -- I love how you described your grandpa -- gave me the warm fuzzies all over. :)
I hope he continues to do well in his recovery. Sounds like he is loved by all.
what a wonderful little tribute to your grandpa- how blessed you both are-
The pictures of him are sweet-
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