My grandparents were married for almost 60 years. At the time, my granddad was in his late 70s and due to his unhealthy diet (the man LOVED his ice cream and cake and bacon) as well as his love for cigars, he got a bit sick and was stuck in bed for a few weeks.
Since he was an anesthesiologist and my grandmother was also a trained nurse, they allowed him to stay at home
So I went up to talk to him about stuff, when my grandmother came in with his soup. Then just randomly, maybe sensing that he may not have much time left, he just spilled his heart out to her;
Granddad : Pam, you’ve always been there for me. You raised 5 beautiful children and 8 amazing grandchildren. I know I wasn’t the easiest person to get along with, and I’m sorry for the hell I put you through. That being said, can I ask one more favor from you?
Grandma : Of course dear. What is it?
Granddad : When I die, I want you to live a full life. But when your time comes…will you marry me one more time in heaven?
Me : (AAAAAWWWWWWWWWW)
Grandma : Oh Don…that’s so sweet of you, but you and I both know you’re going to hell.
(Granddad and Grandma both laugh)
It was very “their” sort of humor, and while I didn’t understand or appreciate it at the time, I’m a grown man now and it brings a smile to my face whenever I think back on that.
~ by TDMorrison
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Hahaha…. I was so touched by that conversation and had tears in my eyes, while all of a sudden bursting when I read that last line… Wonderful!!!
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Wonderful way to begin my day! Thank-you.
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That is great =D
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Thank you for sharing that sweet anecdote. Made me smile π
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Love the comic twist at the end. Sixty years requires a sense of humor.
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Very heartwarming article. I like your blog very much. I do the same in Germany on my site. Would be nice if we could share some heartwarming stories sometimes. See you – Daniel
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Sounds good, Daniel π
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Hello,
Cute story. Made me smile.
I was wondering if it would be ok to use the picture of their hands, it is exactly whst I am looking for?
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