For most of my life, the 4th of July was a double celebration...our country's celebration as well as my grandpa's birthday. We always had a good time whether it was on a large or small scale, whether it was in the park or in the back yard. I know it was because we were celebrating the important and loved man in our lives. I must say that the 4th of the July along with the rest of our lives have not been the same since he passed 6 years ago. Our family has celebrated birthdays, births of children, loss of other relatives, as well as many other highs and lows and there is always something missing. For me it has always been the absence of my grandfather. I think of him daily and wonder how my life as well as the life of my now family would be if he were still here. I think if I had one wish it would not be for money or nice things it would be for the opportunity to have my family meet and get to know the love that my grandfather gave our family.
On this day, I celebrate our country but moreover I celebrate the man who unconditionally loved us and made us feel as if we were the best gifts in the world to him. I love you grandpa and am so thankful that I was blessed to be in your life. Happy Birthday!
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