I hear your southern in this more than many of your other essays. And I rightly like it! As always, you made me cry tears of joyness several times, and in return I’ll be praying for Tom from SC to GA this morning.
Came here to say the same. Especially when you spelled out New York City, I heard my family asking me when I was going to "come home and visit from Wurshington and Murlind to Nah Calina."
Also, I'm grateful that you've had all this time with your grandparents and I hope you have so much more.
My Papaw and I - we had a complicated relationship, but he taught me how to pitch a fastball, condition my mitt with oil in the oven, and catch the ball in the web so it didn't hurt my hand; and though he was too sick to go to my games, he listened to every one of my high school baseball games on the radio. There weren't any girls baseball, or even softball, teams in my school. He was a plumber by trade, before the emphysema took his breath and stamina, and he taught me the difference between a Crescent and a pipe wrench. Thanks for reminding me of the man who raised me, and accepted me from the day I was born.
i haven't thought of you tackling your grandma in a long time so I got to laugh again. All I can say about Tom is that you love each other fiercely and it's deeper than the fear and anxiety. Maybe you can rest in that for a minute or two while you wait. Love you.
I've been visiting my grandpa in hospice the last few weeks and it's been so important to me to remember all the fun we had. Very similar watching each other do stuff experience. So lovely
This was very moving - I have lost all my grandparents (pretty recently) and I’ve been very reflective on how they loved me so deeply, even when I came out (twice), and it ran up against their religious faith. I very much hope that Tom gets the best possible care and recovers very well. Hugs to you if you would like them. Thank you for writing so beautifully 💜
Wonderful story. Thanks so much for sharing. It’s truly a wonderful thing to have close relationships with your grandparents. I know mine is definitely like a second mother to me.
I hear your southern in this more than many of your other essays. And I rightly like it! As always, you made me cry tears of joyness several times, and in return I’ll be praying for Tom from SC to GA this morning.
Came here to say the same. Especially when you spelled out New York City, I heard my family asking me when I was going to "come home and visit from Wurshington and Murlind to Nah Calina."
Also, I'm grateful that you've had all this time with your grandparents and I hope you have so much more.
(And side note Go Wolfpack x2 :))
And now I'm crying. What a beautiful essay about a beautiful relationship. I'll be thinking good thoughts for you and your grandpa and your family.
And now I'm sobbing.
My Papaw and I - we had a complicated relationship, but he taught me how to pitch a fastball, condition my mitt with oil in the oven, and catch the ball in the web so it didn't hurt my hand; and though he was too sick to go to my games, he listened to every one of my high school baseball games on the radio. There weren't any girls baseball, or even softball, teams in my school. He was a plumber by trade, before the emphysema took his breath and stamina, and he taught me the difference between a Crescent and a pipe wrench. Thanks for reminding me of the man who raised me, and accepted me from the day I was born.
i haven't thought of you tackling your grandma in a long time so I got to laugh again. All I can say about Tom is that you love each other fiercely and it's deeper than the fear and anxiety. Maybe you can rest in that for a minute or two while you wait. Love you.
I hope your granddad is on the mend. He sounds like a wonderful man
May we all have Toms in our lives. Wishing him all the best.
Best wishes for your grandpa's recovery. He sounds amazing.
Sending you and your Tom so much love <3
I'm so glad you have Tom in your life and I wish him quick and easy healing. <3
💙💙💙!!
Sending prayers <3 Tom sounds amazing!
I've been visiting my grandpa in hospice the last few weeks and it's been so important to me to remember all the fun we had. Very similar watching each other do stuff experience. So lovely
oh this one got me real real good. praying for Tom and for you my friend <3
Love and strength to wonderful you and wonderful Tom! <3
This was very moving - I have lost all my grandparents (pretty recently) and I’ve been very reflective on how they loved me so deeply, even when I came out (twice), and it ran up against their religious faith. I very much hope that Tom gets the best possible care and recovers very well. Hugs to you if you would like them. Thank you for writing so beautifully 💜
Heather, this is beautiful. Very best wishes to your grandpa. I'll be thinking about him today.
Wonderful story. Thanks so much for sharing. It’s truly a wonderful thing to have close relationships with your grandparents. I know mine is definitely like a second mother to me.