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I lost my Granpda to old age although he had multiple things wrong with him, I believe it was old age that took him. He was in and out of the hospital and nursing homes for his last 3 months, I was there everyday. It was the best time I ever spent with my Grandpa. He cried out in fear and showed me a side of him I never knew. We talked of old times and he shared with me every memory of his life that meant anything to him. I felt blessed. My Grandpa was suffering and when he decided to let go and follow GOD, I found much happiness for him. Sorrow for me but how could I be so selfish, he told me everything he wanted. When I received multiple sympathy cards the one that touched me the most was this one:
I Did Not Die
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow;
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain;
I am the gentle Autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush.
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there;
I did not die.
I will cherish this card forever!
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