As Matt was gone to Grandpa's funeral, I spent some time thinking about Dahl. I absolutely LOVE this man. He has such a goodness about him. He is gentle and kind. I have adored him since the first time we met. I loved sitting and talking with him. He literally twinkled; he just had a special sparkle about him. He was such a smart man, a true man of God, and a loving husband, father, and grandpa.
He and Bethe paid for countless reunions and trips so the family could get together and enjoy each other. They truly got joy from the company of family and the shrill noises of little children running around. They have 5 children and many grand and great-grandchildren, but yet when I talked with them, I felt like I was the only one, like I was loved just as everyone else was. They have helped Matt and I out in times when we needed it most and I am forever grateful for that.
Dahl has been heroically struggling with illness in his lungs for quite some time, and this release was a blessing for him. Although it was expected and even hoped for, his passing is still sad for those he left behind. I mourn for the heartache of his wife Bethe, and for his 5 children, and for his grandchildren and loved ones. I know they are hurting right now and I pray for their peace and comfort.
I am grateful for the belief and knowledge we have that we will all be together again. I wholeheartedly believe in eternity, and know that our families will all rejoice and embrace together again. Until then, Dahl will be greatly missed here on earth.
2 comments:
Well said Jessica! Thank you for posting so quickly!
I just arrived back home in Las Vegas and saw your comments and pictures. I told Rex (who is staying here on his way back to Utah) that it figured that Jessica would be the first to post on the new blog. I enjoyed spending time with Matt over the Thanksgiving weekend.
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