Funeral Robert Russell Robertson

Today was Grandad's funeral.  Beautiful ceremony, honoring the man whom we all loved and respected.  Miranda and I sang together "I Know that My Redeemer Lives."  Mom accompanied us.
I never realized how much I love music until recently.  Because of the lung damage and prednisone, I was not able to sing the way I usually can (which isn't the greatest anyway, but I can hold a note or two!).  I feel as if it's almost been taken from me, but I am able to keep just enough.  Almost as a tease.  You older athletes know what I am talking about.  Your body and head think about what you could do when you were younger.  But when you go out to play right now, and try to execute "fundamental things," you fall flat on your face, or don't do it like you used to.  That is how I felt today.  So boo to prednisone for that, but yeah for helping me live.
As part of the ceremony, we were able to take part in the Military respects of the 16 gun salute, bugles, bag pipes, the whole nine yards.  It was inspirational.

Merry Christmas!!!

Merry Christmas! Feliz Navidad! No matter what language it is in (and those happen to be the only two I know) it's the same feeling! What a wonderful time. I am grateful to be around to see this Christmas; to be with Miranda, to be with my family. And to make it all the more special, we had a great Christmas gift from the heavens...SNOW!! Yes, Yes, I am not one that likes snow all that much. Living in Connecticut for 13 years, Idaho for five, and Canada for two, I have seen my fair share of snow. But there is something about in on Christmas that makes Miranda call it "magical." I would have to say that I agree!

this year for Christmas, Miranda's parents took us all to see The Lion King at the Chrysler. The Touring Broadway company was in Norfolk, VA. it was amazing, and so much fun to see. I saw it on Broadway, and it was so great to be able to see it again.

 

What a wonderful day!  

As if customary on Christmas, may I offer each of you a gift.  It's not much, but the most invaluable gift I can give, especially to people like us that are in need of special blessings.  I pray the God of Heaven to send His happiness and joy this Christmas season to fill your heart and home as it has mine.  May this Christmas be a different one for you, realizing the great gift it is to be alive!  But most important, may we always remember the great gift of God's Only Begotten Son, even Jesus Christ, through whom we may live this life in happiness and hope, but also live again forever.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Granddad Robertson

Yesterday we said "So long" to a good man.  He was a decorated Captain in the Navy, a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and a great man.  Captain Robert Russell Robertson passed on from this life last night.  He will be sorely missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, and all that knew him.  He was surrounded by those closest to him as he peacefully passed on.  I am blessed to be one of those.
Experiences like this really make me think about the fragility of mortality.  It's incredible to realize how at one moment everything is great, and then the next moment is the last.  We don't know when or why.  And so the moral of the story?  This is what we have!  Whether you believe in a life after death or not, one thing is certain.  This is the only "life" that we have.  Live it.  Enjoy it.  Be happy.  Love.  Help.  Experience.

First Haircut

Yes, it is true.  Your hair does grow back, and it grows back differently than before.  My hair is curlier than before, and I think it will be close to the same color, but maybe a bit darker.  We will have to see with that one.

Disappointment, then Encouragement

Well, bad news first.  I went to Dr Hubbard today.  We were talking about finally taking out this dang mediport from my chest.  Well, it turns out that prednisone compromises my ability to heal.  That being the case, they don't want a simple procedure to potentially turn into a stay at the hospital.  So they aren't going to take it out until I am off the meds.  NOT FUN!!!


But tonight was great.  It was our church congregation Christmas party, and it was so fun.  I was asked to be Santa's helper.  I sware I must have looked just like him, thanks to this medication.  Rosy cheeks, big tummy, etc.  It was a great experience.  The children were so excited.  Thanks Santa for asking me to help!
These are two of my elves that helped!