Grandpa

I have only known two biological grandparents in my lifetime, my mom's father and my dad's mother. So you can imagine, I hold tight to these two. They have spoiled me and loved me to pieces and I am so grateful to have them. I'm also grateful for their spouses who have loved me and accepted me as their own.

My mom's side of the family has a history of heart problems, and grandpa took a turn for the worst about a week and a half ago. He went in for a valve replacement this morning and had a heart attack on the table. I am grateful for his wise medical team who stopped and knew that they could not proceed with the operation. But I am so sad that my grandpa didn't get this operation that he needs and that he is still sick and very uncomfortable. We are hoping and praying that he will get a quick transfer to another cardiologist that can perform a different surgery to open his valves. Please pray for my Grandpa today.

My memories of my grandpa include fun trips to Disneyland, being oh so spoiled on birthdays and Christmases, and trips to the beach.  Grandpa isn't a man of many words, but I have learned that when he does speak, I listen. What he says is either very important or just hilarious. There is something about him that is very calming and peaceful and I always know that when I am with him I am safe to sit there and say nothing or tell him anything that is on my mind. I love him so much and I am so grateful for him!

Praying for my sweet grandpa today,
Brookey

Falling for the weekend

This last weekend we got a spontaneous invitation to join my parents in Park City. Normally, I am not very spontaneous, but this weekend, we needed a break and we went running!

The drive up through Provo Canyon was absolutely breath-taking. Do yourself a favor and take someone(s) you love on that drive, its worth it. My parents were staying at the beautiful St. Regis in Park City. We chilled, we hiked, we shopped, we ate, and we finally got our pictures done.  It was such a great break from the go go go.

Mikey works for Vivint and they did an exclusive One Republic concert for employees on Saturday night. I don't have the words to do justice to the experience we had. One Republic was energizing, uplifting, fun, inspiring, and they are SO TALENTED. When the concert ended I didn't want to leave. It was honestly amazing.

We had a great weekend. Here is proof in pictures. One of these will most likely be a Christmas card, so spoiler alert.

Lots, of love,
Brookeydee