Happy Father's Day, Paw Paw

Although Paw Paw is technically my grandfather, he was truly the best father a bunch of kids could ever have. He was the epitome of a loving, caring father who always made sure we had what we needed. Generous, kind and selfless are just a few attributes he possessed. Protector, provider, teacher, inventor, chauffeur, musician and artist were just some just some of his talents. Ever wanting to learn and absorb all he could, I remember him reading the encyclopedias.

Paw Paw let me guide* and then taught me how to drive. He picked me up from work at all hours. Two things I didn't appreciate until I had kids of my own.





Yesterday at the RC Cola and Moon Pie Festival, I found this old man selling these little fishing thingies. This sign caught my eye from across the field of people. I told him how this was just something my Paw Paw would have made.

I did.

*To let someone steer the car sitting beside the driver. The driver controls the gas and break, the "guider" keeps the car between the lines on the road. Only to be done on old country roads in the 70's. Not applicable to today.