there is really nothing else quite like the unconditional nature of grandparent love. i think that there is something to be said for the fact that they can see your strengths and weaknesses, know that they have already raised their own children well enough to handle you, and then love and support you regardless. at least i am blessed that mine do.
i had the pleasure to see both sets of grandparents in the last month. in early july, i was in south dakota with my mom's family. we were in the celebratory 4th of july parade (see the above picture of grandpa sam and joyce). later we attended a rodeo and watched fireworks from the rodeo stands. i think there should be a requirement to spend the 4th of july in a parade and at a rodeo. seriously. what could be better or more patriotic than a bunch of waving, cheering, and well-trained horses to celebrate the declaration of independence?!?
over these past few days, i was able to visit my dad's parents (see black and white photograph) in houston, texas. granger and pampaw have taught me a lot about how to grow old, accept what is, and to pray as hard as you can for the things that you cannot control. they have demonstrated unconditional love in every way possible, from worrying about me traveling to praying for me on topics as varied as finding my keys to doing well in school. it is a gift to get to see them and learn from their guidance and examples. and i am grateful that they will be praying for me as i prepare to leave for nicaragua. since i still dont speak spanish and i lack a clear itinerary, i can use all the divine help i can get!
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