Aren't Grandads Grand?

Recent events have given me a new understanding of the very special bond little boys have with their grandfathers. Last weekend, we said goodbye to Ben's grandfather - a true patriarch who has inspired three generations of descendents to live full and meaningful lives, just as he did. Then this past weekend, I got to watch Ethan follow his Papi around with complete adoration, finding things like going to the car wash and picking up sticks super exciting, just because he got to do them with his Papi. I have watched him similarly enthralled during times spent with Grandpa, helping him fill the bird feeder or bring in logs for the wood stove. I am so thankful that my boys have two such special grandfathers who dote over them and teach them to find joy in life's littlest adventures.