This past week Caleb’s grandfather has passed away. He was 91, fought in the Korean War on the front lines, ran his own business and had 13 great grandchildren. He s survived by his wife and two sons as well as all of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
We heard about this news while we are hear in Moka which makes it hard to be so far away during these times.
But during this week the Lord has brought lots of reminders to me of how he is on the throne how he is sovereign and how he cares for his people who do his work. I selfishly confess that sometimes I wish I lived an easier life, but then I think about the people here and how they live and they must think that I live like a queen. I have to put it all into perspective.
The thoughts that run through my head can take me far from truth and I have to be brought back by the constant reminder of Gods word.
I praise God that we can lift up our cry’s to Him and He hears.
Grandpa Ray was a grandpa to me for 20 years. I loved him like my own. All my grandparents had died by the time I was 12. He knew me since I was 17.
Our family will miss eating our Italian meals at their table and talking. We looked forward to those visits. We have always enjoyed being with him and hearing about his war stories. He was the only one who called Elijah “Eli” as well as would wear a sweater vest in June (lol).
We will miss him.
“Gladden the soul of your servant, for to you, O Lord, do I lift up my soul.”
Psalm 86:4 ESV
“I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever.”
Psalm 86:12 ESV
As I write this blog today I’m reminded that today would have been the birthday of my Maternal grandfather. He would have been 108. Love to you as well Grandpa Fagliarone.
Death is such a part of life but I always say its not the nice part.
