Saying Goodbye

Today my sweet Ampa took his last breath and passed away in his sleep next to Amma. This is exactly how the family hoped he would go, and exactly what he wanted.

I am so grateful to have shared Ampa's last weekend on earth with him. We had so many good laughs and smiles and hugs and kisses and "I love you's" and "I'm so blessed". That is what is helping me to smile through my tears.

Losing someone you love is never ever easy, but I know he lived an incredible life, making the most of his 92 years. He raised four children, seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren with love, and the love for his family transcends down the line to each of us.

Heaven got lucky today.

John and I on John's last visit with Ampa (early July 2012)

Colleen and I with Amma and Ampa (Saturday, July 28, 2012)

I had to include this incredible picture of Colleen and Ampa (Saturday, July 28, 2012)