I wonder if any of us realize the impact another person makes on us until we are forced to say goodbye? Mourning those we love seems to open the door to a deep reflection that explores the intangible dynamics of a relationship. It gives us a chance to remember and smile and cry and shake our heads. Because, let’s be real. It’s not like anyone is perfect.

The post Grandparent Magic was largely inspired by my paternal grandparents. They had an incredible and lasting influence on many people, but they had their quirks! ☺

Grandpa Bill was a leader – and leaders often have strong opinions. One of my favorite stories about Grandpa took place one of the many times he went to Goodrich for an ice cream cone. Grandpa ordered a single scoop of (what I imagine to be bubblegum) ice cream. The Goodrich worker put the standard two scoops for the “single” on his cone and handed it to Grandpa – who proceeded to flick the top scoop of ice cream onto the counter. “I said a SINGLE scoop.” And he walked out the door.

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This week I have a treat for you…a “single” blog post – Goodrich style! My first article to be published elsewhere is running in an online magazine called Her View From Home.
It is called, “This Too Shall Pass” and is a tribute and reflection on the phrase that embodied my Grandma’s hope in God, not her present circumstances. I hope you will read it and share it with many others.  Thank you!!!!!!

Don’t flick the scoop off and walk out quite yet…

Click here: This Too Shall Pass