Today is a day that I will always remember. Today is a day of sadness for us and Nate's family. We got a call this morning that Thomas Budge , Nate's dad passed away at the age of 65 from a heart attach. We took the kids out of school and told them at home. As we all sat on the couch to tell them the spirit was so strong. Telling 4 small children that their BELOVED Grandpa is no longer with us, is not an easy task. I think its probably the hardest thing I've ever had to do.
Today I feel very blessed to have the Gospel in my life. Today I am thankful for Eternal families and for the knowledge that we will see Grandpa Thom again.
Today I am reflecting on all the happy memories we had with him. Today I think of the Legacy he left. Today I think of all he has taught me. He had such a LOVE for the grandkids. He adored them and loved to spend EVERY minute with each one. He taught our children how to fish and to love the outdoors. He taught Easton to love the scriptures. They would spend hours reading them everytime they were together. He showed us all how to work hard. He would take the kids over to the farm and on tractor rides every visit. He had the worldest GREATEST swings and would push the kids for hours. He taught us to LOVE pizza and Coke. He taught my boys to LOVE football. He taught us all how to love unconditionally. He showed me how much he adored Nate. Thom was one of those dads that would do anything for his kids. Saying goodbye was NEVER easy for him. We often joked because it would take hours to leave. We'd tell him, "It's not good-bye, its see you soon."
Today I am glad to know that I will see him Soon and that families are FOREVER.
Today I am glad to know that I will see him Soon and that families are FOREVER.
We Love you Thom, Grandpa "Moo-Moo" ( as my kids nick-named him because he had cows!) and Dad.
