While losing loved ones is a reality of life, I would argue that most are unprepared to carry on their lives in the same capacity. I'd like to share today about a wonderful couple, Jim and Phyllis Robinson. It just so happens that these are my grandparents and I love them very much. If you ever saw this adorable couple together, you would immediately recognize genuine love in action.
These days it seems that heart-felt, committed love is rare in society. What I respected so much about my grandparents marriage was their example of faithfulness over more than sixty years of life together. While no relationship is perfect, I am incredibly grateful for their example - I feel a responsibility to carry on this legacy into my future.
I'm having a difficult time finding words to describe my emotions at the moment. It has been incredibly difficult today as early this morning my grandma (Phyllis) passed away, marking the end of her beautiful life on this earth. Passing peacefully, she will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
The above picture is of my family: My mom, sister, brother, sister-in-law, and my wonderful grandpa (Jim Robinson). Today my grandpa experienced a great loss, holding on to the memory of his beloved wife. My grandpa is a man worthy of great admiration and respect (although he's far too humble to agree with me) and honestly, my heart feels broken for him at this time.
As the years pass by, I find myself understanding that life and love do not have to be complicated. My grandpa taught me that love can be cultivated and held - his joy and happiness grew out of demonstrated love for my grandma. I guess the point I'm trying to make is that I'm so thankful for my grandparents (both my mom's and dad's parents) and the example they've set for me. Maybe take a moment today to appreciate the family or loved one's in your own life.
"True love has a habit of coming back."
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