80 years…

21 October 2012

50th- Dad 1940A
Who is this adorable little cowboy?  He was 8 years-old in 1940.
 
Mom & Dad's 50th
Here he is on his wedding day in 1960.

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Kickin’ back, sometime in the 60’s.

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Using his fireman cooking skills to impress his bride.

50th- dad & mom dancing
Dancing at his daughter’s wedding in 1993.

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Mom & Dad’s 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2000.

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Morgan and Jen.
We had a low-key celebration for Dad this weekend.  The bigger gathering will be held on Thanksgiving when the whole family will be here and several birthdays will celebrated together.
 
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4 out of 6 grandkids.

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Dad with his soon to be 84 year-old sister, Mary Jo.

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His favorite kind of cake… Lemon!

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Always humble.

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The girls adore their Grandpa.
Wow, 80 years…
I can only hope and pray that God would grant me the gift of so much time.  The years haven’t all been easy but they have been well worn and appreciated more and more, with each passing year. 
I loved him from the moment I met him.  Maybe it was because I could see a glimpse into my future.  After all, as the saying goes, “Like father, like son.” 
I would describe my father-in-law as a gentle, kind, compassionate, and easy-going man.  He is also a man of integrity, incredible humility, and he never wants anyone to “make a fuss” over him. 
He is a Veteran, a Patriot, and a Believer.
Most important to us, he is a loving husband, a wonderful father, a devoted brother, and an extraordinary Grandpa.
Happy Birthday, Dad! 
We are so blessed to call you ours.

“Gray hair is a crown of glory, it can be found in the way of the righteous.” ~Proverbs 16:31

Hailey said...

Brought me to tears! What a blessed family you are to have him. Just beautiful.

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