"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word." Psalms 119:9

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Losing a hero, gaining 7 more!


My family buried our hero on Saturday. My grandpa, Larry Goats, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by 8 of his 10 children. Grandpa Goats was a special man who impacted my life and the life of our very large family. His 7 daughters took diligent care of him over the last 3 years of his life. They showed extravagant love by each taking a day of the week to meet his every need.
My Uncle Steve shared a beautiful story at the funeral when he stated that his sisters were his heroes due to the self-sacrificing care that they gave to my grandpa during this past year while he was on hospice. Grandpa Goats leaves a legacy of love and as each of my aunts expressed, we should share that love with the world around us.