Just wanted to drop in quick and say Happy Memorial day to everyone. Grateful for a day to remember all of those who have gone on from this life. My sibling and I are going to be meeting in a few minutes at my dad's graveside to release 46 balloons (that is how many children and grandchildren he has).. with love notes on them.. then have a bbq, hang out and play family games afterwards. so while this is somewhat of a sad day remembering him.. and our loss of not having him with us.. it's also a day to rejoice.. and enjoy the family and legacy he has left behind. So grateful for him.. grateful for the qualities and traits he shared with me.. and taught me. He was ONE amazing person. One of THE most giving people I know. He has a strong testimony of the Savior. He was kind and loving and generous. He was funny and fun to be around. He loved his family more than anything. Truly. He loved his children more than anything. That was apparent in the way he lived his life. He loved his grandchildren.. so so much. He was one of THE most involved dads and granddads I have ever met. That says alot.. specially since he and my mom divorced when I was 7. He was there for everything in my life and my 6 siblings lives as well. He has 27 grandchildren and he made an effort to be there for every birthday, every baptisms, school games, school programs.. he was AMAZING. He IS amazing. He is surely missed and we love him.. but know I will see him again someday and be able to be with him again. Love you dad! we miss yoU!
Happy Memorial day to all of you.. remember those who you love.. that are no longer with us :)
Happy Monday!
See you tomorrow with some fun news of where I am headed this week and a SUPER fun giveaway!
What a wonderful photo,Christy.
Posted by: Jacky S | May 30, 2011 at 12:02 PM
Christy, I am so sorry for your loss. I am of all most blessed to still have both my parents with me. I feel like I know you after taking your online classes and meeting you in Charlotte at INSPIRED. Thinking of you today. I am loving the class, too.
Hugs,
Jane
Posted by: Jane Bradley | May 30, 2011 at 12:08 PM
That is such a wonderful photo and special memories to have. Enjoy your day with your family. :-)
Posted by: Rebecca | May 30, 2011 at 01:16 PM
what a fun picture and tribute to your dad.
thank you for sharing.
Posted by: kelly | May 30, 2011 at 01:28 PM
Happy Day to you and your beautiful family!!
(This photo is a true treasure!!)
Posted by: Dottee O. | May 30, 2011 at 01:38 PM
Such a sweet post about YOUR dad, brought tears to me, as this is my dad's birthday. He WOULD have been 72, but only had 55 birthdays. I miss him, but i know he is at the feet of Jesus in heaven every day now. He was a catholic deacon, so full of love and faith. Instead of the intense sadness i humanly feel, i imagine him in paradise, living his eternity with our Lord. It gives me great peace. Blessings to you! Oh, and i too am from a huge family, oldest of SEVEN KIDS. God is good.
Posted by: joanne sharpe | May 30, 2011 at 01:47 PM
Oh my goodness!!! I think that's the cutest grandpa picture I've ever seen!!!
Posted by: Christine N | May 30, 2011 at 02:01 PM
What a great way to honor your dad's memory..I am blessed to have my parent's still here with me and days like this make me appreciate them all the more! HUGS
Posted by: Kim Boken | May 30, 2011 at 02:12 PM
God Bless you and yours, Christy! Just finished watching the 3 Hearts video about your family and I was so touched!
Posted by: Michelle S | May 30, 2011 at 02:21 PM
A wonderful photo, Christy!
Posted by: Irene Fitzpatrick | May 30, 2011 at 03:08 PM
thank you for sharing such an important moment/thought/feeling with us
i hope you and your family had a wonderful day!
Posted by: diana | May 30, 2011 at 03:34 PM
Your Dad was amazing!! I miss him too1
Posted by: Brenda Jensen | May 30, 2011 at 04:15 PM
Love the photo...what an awesome memory.
Posted by: Deborah Todd | May 30, 2011 at 05:15 PM
How lucky all of you are to have had such a wonderful role model. What a wonderful photo. It's so great that you all get together so often. so
Posted by: debbie McIntyre | May 30, 2011 at 06:02 PM
so.....oops, I meant xo
Posted by: debbie McIntyre | May 30, 2011 at 06:03 PM
to say happy Memorial day to Everyone
Posted by: Nichole Estesse Paskett | May 30, 2011 at 06:14 PM
thanks for sharing - you were very lucky and I'm sure he's watching you all.
Posted by: Linda Polaretzki | May 30, 2011 at 06:30 PM
Beautiful picture and loving words!
Posted by: Dawn | May 30, 2011 at 07:17 PM
Hi Christy, I know this is a year of "firsts" since losing your Dad and I pray for you as each of those anniversaries knocks
on your door. I can tell he was an awesome man and you were truly blessed! It's been 2 years for me, and the wound still feels fresh so I focus on the good stuff. I miss my Mother most, she was my best friend - I too am grateful for a day dedicated to remembering. Wonderful post - hugs.
Posted by: Linda Robison | May 30, 2011 at 08:05 PM
Beautiful Grandpa picture, you know it is a treasure when it brings a tear and a smile at the same moment.
Posted by: Barbara Hernandez | May 30, 2011 at 10:35 PM
Belated Happy Memorial day. Mine memory are getting finished now a days but your post inspires me to keep up the pace of my past memories.Thanks for the post.
Posted by: hire a web programmer | May 31, 2011 at 01:10 AM
What a very beautiful photograph of your very special Dad. We don't have a memorial day over here in the UK but it is such a lovely idea. I shall be remembering my dear Mum who we lost 2 years ago now.
x
Posted by: Lesley | May 31, 2011 at 04:22 AM
now that's an awesome picture, one that those kids in the photo will treasure forever...
Posted by: Laurie LaRiviere | May 31, 2011 at 10:31 AM
Oh my sweet goodness!
This photograph makes my heart smile :)
Posted by: the messy nest - Jen Osborn | May 31, 2011 at 12:06 PM
What a great photo of your dad and all the kids! What a wonderful tribute (the balloon launch) to him.
xo
jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | May 31, 2011 at 12:32 PM