August 25

Adam's granddad passed away a few months ago, and today was the day that was set aside for his family to remember and honor his memory. So we donned our nice-casual attire this morning and headed up to Lafayette for the event.

It was a brief, simple service that featured a few of his kids sharing memories and Adam and his cousin Jenni reading scripture. And then there was time to chat with those we hadn't seen in a while before we dined on granddad's favorite dish --the so-termed Mexican stew-- for lunch. It was, all in all, a pleasant day and a fitting tribute to a great man.

I said this shortly before he died and it makes sense to repeat myself here: Adam's grandparents were (and will no doubt continue to be) amazing role models for all seven of their kids and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They lived out genuine love and commitment in a real, tangible way, and though I joined the family well into the golden years of their relationship, I was blessed to have even a glimpse of the admirable, emulation-worthy way they lived this life.