My paternal grandfather divorced my grandmother before I was born. He moved far away and had no relationship with me whatsoever. I met him once for a few hours when I was sixteen years old. He was polite but didn’t indicate any kind of feelings for me. When he passed away I felt no sense of loss. You can’t lose what you never had.
I’m now at a stage of life where I am blessed to enjoy the company of my four grandchildren. I can’t imagine having no connection with them. They are part of my life. Part of me. I want to pass down so much of myself to them. I want to leave a legacy they will remember.
My grandfather passed on that chance. I’m in no position to judge. But it sure seems like a waste of life. Love is the only thing that endures. You get as much back as you give out.
I was blessed to live with my grandfather my whole life. So many great memories and photographs. He is the one that had the time to teach me to fish, and you know what they say about teaching a person to fish. Enjoy your One Minute.
I think I remember seeing your grandfather at the lake. Always seemed like a nice man.
Thank you, amen
Ken, you have such great insights and how to put them in writing. This one is truly good. Luckily I had relationships with my grandparents and parents, albeit the one with my father was strained. I cannot imagine not wanting to be attached to the grandkids. What a blessing. So much to teach them that their parents won’t or can’t. So much time to spend and try to give them the pleasant memories. Thanks.
Bill Mc.
So true. Thanks Bill.