This past week my Grandpa passed away after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer’s. He was an extraordinary person who lived an extraordinary life; a Southerner from the Great State of Kentucky; a Navy man, a car builder, a business owner, a pilot, a cat guy, a Domino player, a ballroom dancer, an RVer, a waterskier, a hubby, a stargazer, an adrenaline junkie and as classy as they come. As heartbroken as I am to part ways with him, I am also incredibly thankful for having known him.
I deliberated writing such a personal post on Wedding Style File, especially one that is sad, since everything — all the pictures, products, ideas and inspiration — I try to find for you are lovely and delightful, just like a wedding should be. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized just how personal this project has become. It’s not just about sharing suggestions for a killer cookie bar or ombre effect bridesmaid dresses, but collaborating with people who are just as nuts about weddings as I am. Brides, bloggers, photographers, bakers and hat makers! Many of you I’ve been privileged to actually meet or connect with by e-mail or Twitter. I have been so touched by your messages of love, warmth and support, and wanted to say thank you, on behalf of my entire family.
I also realized (after about 5 seconds) that my Grandpa was more lovely and delightful than anything I could ever hope to share with you on Wedding Style File.
So this one’s for you Grandpa. I am so proud of you, and will love and remember you always.
Audrey Snow Photography
Bouquet of Roses, Ranunculus, Hydrangea, assorted foliage and Goldenrod, the State Flower of Kentucky.
My old Kentucky home, goodnight.
So sorry about your grandfather! What a fantastic man he sounds like!
Thank you so much Keri! He really was.