This brought tears to my eyes. My DH absolutely LOVED holidays.
He saw to it that we celebrated everything, Christmas and Thanksgiving, Easter and Valentine's Day, Elmer Fudd's birthday and even Groundhog Day, the day I spilled coffee on his lap to get his attention in a cafe!!. Everyday was a joyful one in his mind, and our kids were always eager to rush home to see whatever Dad had in mind for them to do. In fact, they keep his Christmas gift method even now. He would wrap each present beautifully, put a NUMBER on it instead of a name, then place it under the tree. The list with the number and the name of the recipient was written down in a small notebook that never left his pockets. This drove kids (and wife) mad with anticipation, especially when shaking, smelling, guessing who the present was for didn't bring even a hint from DH.
I'll always miss him, it's only been a little short of 4 years.

What a wonderful story. You may my heart sing.

I lost a SIL last April, and my mom in May. My mom and dad were married for 64 years. I miss her and my dad misses her so much. He asks me when the hurt will go away. I tell him that they were an example of what a marriage should be and that I sure the pain will ease, but she will always be missed.

Thank you for sharing with us. Reading things like this keeps things in perspective. He is truly a wonderful man and you are so blessed to be a friend of his.

Both stories are very moving. Great stories like this are so nice to read.

That is a wonderful story. True love lasts forever.

Thank you for this beautiful story. My grandpa will be gone 2 years December 3rd. He was a father to me. Last night I had this intense craving for a cheese burger and a chocolate milkshake. His favorite.

Thank you very much for sharing.

I'm missing my Grandpa too, Jade. I guess those things keep them with us.

Thank you for sharing this--what a testament to true love.