Old photographs and memories...

I know I'm probably not meant to take a photo of a photo but... my Grandpa died on this night Wednesday 15th August.

This photo was taken on my grandparents Golden Wedding Anniversary. They were married 65years in total, until 3 years ago my Granny died. I thought Gramps would follow soon after but, although together 70 yrs, he soldiered on without her.

Death is part of life and after losing a child I'm always grateful for my family living full and long lives. It doesn't make it easier though. Death still sucks. All that we are left with are old photographs and memories. Precious. Cherished. Strong values of living life, loving oneself and each other.

My grandparents left a great legacy in the lessons they taught us and the love they shared for each other and our entire family. I am blessed to have known, and been loved by, such wonderful people. Loss is hard! The price of living...