When we went to the hospital to say our goodbyes to Jason's grandpa, there was a mini update in a pamphlet of what had changed over the past 50 or so years. It was amazing to read and learn just how much Grandpa Glover has lived to see. He talked to us a bit about his life and what he had accomplished, what he was most proud of. He loved his family and loved knowing there would be people who would carry his name throughout life. The pressure's on for us, Jason is 1 of 2 grandboys to produce boys! Not so fast, Jason....not quite ready for another yet.
It was sad to sad goodbye but the funeral was very nice. I don't think there was a dry eye when we saw the military salute. When one of the naval officers gave his uncle the flag, his words were powerful when he spoke on behalf of the president, who thanked him for his years of service. Ok, so we might not all agree with the elected president and knowing they say that at most every vet's funeral was not relevant, but it was still powerful to hear.
I'm glad I have a few pictures of Grandpa with Marley, even though he didn't like to hold little, little babies. We kind of threw her in his lap a few times and quickly snapped a picture...I'm glad I forced that on him! It's nice to look back and know he lived a hell of a life - and that he's finally reunited with his wife, whom he has missed dearly since she passed.
Sidenote - we have a ton of pictures throughout the house, 2 of which are on the entertainmetn center in Marley's playroom - one of my dad and another of all Jason's grandparent's. After Grandpa Glover died (I dont' know if it was that day or the day after), Marley was watching cartoons and suddenly looked way up on the entertainment center and waved to those 2 pictures (they are side by side) and went back to watching cartoons. Jason said it was eery, but I think it's nice that she maybe knows there are people who love her, even though they might not be on earth to tell her....
