In Remembrance

of my dear sweet Grandpa Poulton
who joined our Father in Heaven four years ago today!

He was such an amazing man.
Full of love, humility, courage, faith, endurance, laughter, stories, more stories, and the light of Christ.
He was an example to me in many different ways.
His final days, leading up to his departure from this earthly experience
had the greatest impact on me and my life
and I will NEVER forget the feelings I felt,
or the love and concern my Grandpa showed for me, even in his greatest hour!

It was because of the impact of his final days,
the closeness I felt with my family,
and the love that was being expressed continuously
that I decided to go live in Memphis, TN for the summer
with my Aunt Bren and Uncle Billy.
That was a decision that changed the course of my life!

As most of you know, it was in Memphis that Paul and I met.
It is by no small miracle that we were both there at the same moment in time.
I strongly believe that the Lord had a hand in both our lives
to be in the right place, at the right time.

Even as I write this I can't keep the tears from flowing
because that time in my life,
the experiences I faced and the decisions I made
are so powerful and sacred to me.

I have such a deeply profound love and appreciation for Memphis
and most especially my Aunt and Uncle
for their love and willingness to take me in that summer.
It was literally the GREATEST summer of my life.
I am also so grateful that they were witnesses to my changes and blessings,
which took place within the walls of their home.

My Grandpa touched the lives of so many,
and even til the very end he touched mine.
I am eternally grateful.
I miss him dearly.
It often breaks my heart when I realize that Paul never met him...
or heard his amazing stories.
(They would have gotten along like nobody's business.
Paul loves to watch the history and military channels
and can name every plane/jet he sees.)
Paul sweetly reminds me that one day he will
and they will play catch up for times lost.

So today Grandpa, you are in my thoughts,
and you are always in my heart.
Thank you.
I love you.