I miss my Grandpa

Today is the anniversary of my Grandpa's death. I miss him. He died when I was in 4th grade - but I still have very vivid memories of him. I still use so many of "his" phrases. I still go visit his grave site (it's just up from Claire's). I still think from time to time - Grandpa would be proud, or Grandpa would love watching Hunter do this, or hearing Hunter say that.

I miss sitting on his lap.

I miss making games with his foot stool.

I miss his funny food obsessions.

I miss him asking me to recite my favorite book to him even though I know he didn't really want to hear it again.

I miss his phrases - My favorite: "You make a better door then a window" (probably because I heard this one the most!)

I miss seeing my mom sitting in the living room having a conversation with him. I know she treasured his advice more than anyone else in the whole world.

I miss saying "I'm going to Grandma and Grandpa's house"

I miss watching my Grandma put his socks and shoes on.

I miss going the car lot when we got into town VERY FIRST.

I miss the making up games on the square tiles at the car lot and getting M&M's off the desk.

I miss my Grandpa and can't WAIT until I get to hug him again.

Give Claire and extra big hug and kiss for me tomorrow Grandpa - thank you for being there to hold her while I can't.

I love you.