grandpa riedel

My heart is heavy.  My beloved Grandpa Riedel suddenly passed away yesterday.  Some of you might remember I just lost my Grandma, his wife, just a few months ago.  I like to think they just couldn't be apart - he went to join her in heaven.  I can just see them, in their restored, non-hurting bodies dancing their infamous German polka.

I love this picture of him and my daughter from a couple of years ago.  What a discussion they were having!  As usual, he was passing along his wisdom and love.

So bear with me while I travel to be with my family, reminiscing about all the great things this man did in his life and healing our aching hearts.  I feel really bad about not posting lately, but sometimes life just gets in the way.  While my parents were visiting, I really tried to stay away from the computer and enjoy our time together.  And now there is this.  I'm sorry and I'll be back soon.