This is one of my most favorite pictures ever. These wonderful people were my maternal grandparents. William Edgar Harper and Sylvia Lucille Anderson Harper were super fabulous grandparents. This picture is special because this is one of very few pictures with me, my brother and them. Also, my granddaddy did not give hugs often so just the connection of all of this in this picture really makes it the best. Everyday I miss them both very much! They taught me so many things without really even trying but just by being themselves.
- How to enjoy the simple things.
- How to appreciate the people in your life.
- How to deal with pain and suffering.
- How to cut grass properly.
- How to know when to hang clothes on the line and when to use the dryer (rarely).
- How to know when to turn on the window air conditioner (even less).
- How to sleep with your head at the foot of the bed.
- How to shovel coal and carry it in for the heater
- How to find just what you need in the "pump house"
- How to always wear heels and look your best.
- How to apologize and never ever lie to anyone.
- How to run just the right path to the storm cellar before the big rain hit.
- How to order properly at Burger King and Captain Ds.
- How to show god through how you live.
- How to cook sweet potatoes and "red weiners."
- How to sit on the porch and listen to the rain.
And so many other things!
I will always love them and they shall always be a part of who I am!
