He was so calming. He used to tell me, "Life isn't always roses Moshe, and even roses have thorns." Mostly I am so grateful that he was a teacher. It wasn't enough to tell a story or to experience something, you had to learn a lesson. Not just learn it and regurgitate, learn it and teach it to someone else. In life we all face difficult times, including his death, but what makes our Zaida so special is that he had already taught us how to deal with it. I am going through some rather rough times at work at the moment that are resolved and fine now, but my Mom reminded me of something this morning that I would like to share with everyone in the group (mom don't be mad):
Today, Zaida would be 83 years old...how fortunate we are to have had him as a role model, mentor and grand/dad. One of his greatest attributes, was to teach us that you do not have to be perfect in life but rather one must be present and have humility to learn from every situation. Honesty and truth to the common man stands above misdeeds! He was so very proud of each of us so lets continue to give honor to his memory and continue to make him proud as we live our lives with honesty, humility and with love in our hearts for family, friends, and foe...
I remember when he wooped Daniel and I for lieing about how we cut down his new tea tree at the country. One of many lessons in childhood about honesty from our parents and grandparents, but as an adult (I can say that now I am 30) this is what I am most greatful for. My parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents taught and made me into a trustworthy, caring individual. In the words of my mother, "You can call me many things, but you can't call me a liar!"
I love you all so very much! Moshe
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