Genuine Boy

I had to get right on this week's mid-week mojo sketch challenge, since we were going to be traveling for most of the week.  I was glad to see a one photo, one page sketch, since I can put those together rather quickly.  I completed the layout on Wednesday, but am just now getting around to blogging about it. 

I used papers from My Mind's Eye Collectable Remarkable theme. They coordinated so nicely, with little effort, so this layout came together quickly. 

I finished the layout on Wednesday evening and hit the road on Thursday for a 6 hour road trip to visit my hometown.  We hadn't been there since Easter, and I had a wonderful weekend of family time, which ended rather sadly.  My grandfather, the most amazing man I've ever known, passed away suddenly on Sunday morning.  Luckily, I was able to visit with him over the weekend and I was able to mourn with my family.  My heart still aches to know that he's gone from his earthly home, but I'm glad he didn't have to suffer.  He was 85 years old and for the past couple years had great difficulty getting around.  Even with his physical limitations, my grandfather still insisted on getting out and about on his farm.  He and grandma would travel over their farm on the ATV he referred to as "the buggy".  When we were at my aunt's house on Thursday, Grandpa came by in the buggy to spend a little time with us and see my boys.  I just happened to have my camera handy and couldn't resist snapping a photo.

 I knew I had to be quick, because he isn't one to pose for photos.  He didn't see it coming, so he didn't have time to protest.   After I took his photo, Grandpa playfully announced that he probably broke my camera.  Little did I know, this would be my last photo of him.  I love that he's smiling and happy and that's just how I want to remember him.