We just recieved news that Fabien's paternal grandfather just passed away yesterday.
We will go to his funeral this week, so I won't be blogging for a bit.
In a way, I think this is not a bad way to go. He was 100 years old, his 3 sons grew up healthy, he saw his grandchildren grow up. He was in full possession of his mental faculties (albeit with a little hearing and eyesight loss) but he was active and lived a full and healthy life, generous and giving. When I first met him 4 years ago, he was curious about Singapore, gentle and charming.
We just spoke to him on the phone last week, and he was happy to hear from us in Turin. He dropped down and died whilst pottering in his own home, so there was no question of ever being painfully ill or having to suffer any kind of degenerative disease.
I think this funeral is to say goodbye to someone who lived a full and happy life which we should celebrate, and try to emulate.
okay, gotta go and pack now - but see you here again next week. We will leave tommorrow morning and drive up to Lille (stopping over in either Reims or Troyes), and directly to Geneva on Monday because Fabien has a meeting there.
See you here next week.
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2 comments:
Sounds like its been a tough year for your family. But glad that you are approaching this latest loss with such a positive spirit. Take care, and we'll catch up again when you're back.
Fabien - condolences on your grandfather's passing. Death comes to us all, it's good that you will be celebrating his life and remain positive about things. Take care!
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