Good morning!
Matt and I were up at 7:15 to go for a run around town. It’s the most beautiful morning – sunny, hot and breezy. We ran to Ayrmount, a historic house with a 1-mile trail and back. We did the trail forwards and backwards and ran there and back – just over 5 miles. We also stopped for about 10 minutes to pet some dachsunds on the way home! (Darnit – why aren’t they just spelled “doxens”! That’s how I say it)
Dad likes to “encourage” certain foods that are up in stock (Nate!) when we’re home. Sometimes it’s fruit or veggies, and today it was farm fresh eggs that he had a few dozen of. So eggs were on the breakfast menu. He was pleased 🙂
Two sunny-side-up
‘Loupe
A piece of GH Dakota bread with some cream cheese + apple butter and a slice of Pumpkin Choco Chip muffin Matt brought
Kitchen fan coffee that was blech from dad’s cheap can!
We ate big breakfasts because the funeral is at noon followed by a memorial service and we’re not sure when we’ll have a chance to eat again. We’ve packed sandwiches to eat during one of the caravans from one location to another.
It’s going to be a sad day saying goodbye to Grampa. I knew him for the eight years I’ve been with Matt, 2 years as his granddaughter 🙂
Here he is with Matt and Andrew on our wedding day. One of my favorite photos ever!
We’ll miss you Grampa
Holly says
Our thoughts are with you! Good luck today 🙂
Karina says
I’m sorry about your loss, my thoughts are with you all today!
brandi says
It’s always hard to say goodbye – I hope you guys just have a good time remembering all the fun memories you have of him.
Michele (aka Raw Juice Girl) says
I’m so sorry about Matt’s Grandpa, Kath. I lost my own Grandpa in 2000. My heart and prayers are with you all!
*hugs*
Michele
Rose says
So sorry for your loss…
Faye says
That’s a beautiful picture. The day my grandfather died was the saddest day of my life. My favorite picture (Me dancing with him at my sweet sixteen) sits in my bedroom.
On to happier thoughts…happy you got good weather and a good run!
Nicole says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Mara @ What's For Dinner? says
Hugs to you and Matt today… I’ll be thinking about you!
Emily (Healthy Fit Mama) says
Stay strong today. I just lost my grandma a few months back. It was so hard.
LCR says
Wow. He looks so good there! Great photo.
Sorry for your loss.
Kailey (SnackFace) says
Aw I’m so sorry about the family’s loss. Gramps is lookin fab in that photo, though. My thoughts will be with you today!
Deva says
Hugs to you and yours, I am so sorry for your loss.
JENNA says
You and your family are in my thoughts today!
Kati says
That is such a wonderful picture and memory to have.
Run Sarah says
Sorry to hear about your loss – what a wonderful photo that is.
Emily L. says
Those eggs are just staring me in the face, saying : EAT ME.
My thoughts are with your family today. It’s always hard to lose beloved grandparents 🙁
Amy says
I’m truly sorry for your loss Kath.
What a wonderful photo to have as a memory.
You’re in my thoughts today.
FitFoodie says
Pumpkin Choco Chip Muffin?! Sounds amazing!!
Monique says
sorry for your loss hun.
WendyF says
Hi Kath;
I am sorry to hear about Matt’s grampa. I lost mine before I was 4, I have a slight memory of my grampa on my dads side. The picture of the boys together is beautiful. Both you and Matt take care.
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
throughts and prayers are with you guys….
lovin’ those sunny-side-ups! 😉
Michelle says
heheh Matt was clearly a very jolly man on his wedding day! 😛
OOOH and your eggs are PERFECT. I love it when the yolks are still runny and moist. mmm mmmmm
Megan (The Runner's Kitchen) says
Losing a grandparent is always tough 🙁 My papa was like a father to me. I hope the funeral and memorial service provide some closure.
On a happier note, your pumpkin chocolate chip muffin looks yummy!
Julie says
Aw, grandpa looks like a sweet, dapper old man. Sorry for your loss.
Recipes for Creativity says
Aww, I hope the funeral is full of love and a celebration of his life!
K says
Matt’s grandpa looks like such a sweet man. Cherish the memories you have, they’ll always last 🙂
Christie @ BeadLuvah says
I’m sorry for your loss. I hope the service is a wonderful celebration of his life.
Jennifer says
sorry to hear about your loss. i recently attended a funeral for a friend’s father. very sad, but will always have happy memories.
Menden says
That picture is really sweet. You and your family will be in my thoughts today.
Danielle says
I’m sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you and Matt (and the whole family) at this difficult time.
He looks like he was such a sweet man.
lauren alysse says
i’m sorry about grampa kath. its always hard to lose grandparents.
my thoughts and prayers are with you and matt’s family.
Kelli says
You are certainly in my thoughts!
Rebeca says
Grampa looks like such a fun, nice guy. I’m sorry for your loss!
nicole hoskens says
that is such an adorable picture. im really sorry for your loss. But just remeber all the good times. I did this a couple years ago and it made me see my g-pa had a great life and he is in a better place.
Jenn Eats Nutritiously Now says
I’m sorry to hear about your family’s loss. The picture is really sweet and it’s one you’ll always cherish, I’m sure.
mikey says
aww…that’s too bad. sorry for your loss. that is a wonderful picture. and as long as we remember the ones we love they never truly leave.
p.s. i looooovvveee cantaloupe with breakfast 🙂
Marissa says
I’m so sorry for your loss
Heather says
Matt and the rest of his family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sounds like you have some wonderful memories of his grandfather. What a great wedding photo!
Caitlin says
Such a sweet picture of your grandpa. Take care.
Julia says
What a nice picture, you’re in my thoughts and prayers!
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
Such a beautiful photo of them. All the best to you and yours.
Jenn
Help Meghan Run says
I’m sorry, your family is in my thoughts. Hope the funeral is a nice celebration. 🙂
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Casey says
That pic makes me happy and sad at the same time…reminds me of Kevin’s grandpaw!
You guys are in my thoughts!
Jennifer says
Kath, I couldn’t help but think of you when I read this WaPo article on sardine enthusiasts: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2009/06/02/ST2009060202779.html
There’s also sardine recipes… I wouldn’t touch them with a 10-foot pole but knock yourself out!!
Susan @ Nurse on the Run says
What a sweet picture of the boys with their grandpa! I hope you have a day full of joyful memories.
Faith says
I’m so sorry for yours and Matt’s loss…
The picture is priceless.
emmy says
I’m sorry for your (and Matt’s) loss. I hope everything went smoothly today and you guys had some good rememberings.
Biz says
Sorry to Matt and your family for your loss – I love the picture with the boys!!
I am sure you were a good granddaughter as long as you were able!
Meghan says
My condolences on your family loss 🙁 I hope things went as smoothly as possible today.
debbie says
Thoughts and prayers are with you and Matt. Loved that pic with Matt and his Grampa, that’s so special.
Blessings – Debbie
april says
That picture is just precious. You are in my thoughts today!
Meg says
What a wonderful pic of grandpa with Matt! Lucky you to have 8 years with him. My thoughts are with your family today!
Vanessa (Last Night's Leftovers) says
There is nothing better than getting out early on a beautiful morning!
Love the photo. I’m very sorry for your loss.
Elizabeth says
Beautiful picture.
Hope things went okay today…..
Kath says
Thank you so much everyone!
Jennifer,
Mmmmm….sar-dines.
K
Sarah W. says
grampa looks super young in that pic!!!!
Jordan @ Salt Sweat Sugar says
I hope everything went well.