Uncle Bob Snyder.
Uncle Bob was my grandma’s brother. I believe he was my Aunt Doris’s twin.
His nickname was Duke. He loved to play baseball, and I believe he was just recently awarded a baseball hall of fame for the Windsor area.
Uncle Bob much like my Uncle Bill were giant men, but their hearts matched their build.
Uncle Bob could always be found with a toothpick hanging out his mouth. He had a jolly laugh.
He loved his family more than life. He would always been seen with his wife Shirley. His daughters and their families were his life and he would do anything for anyone.
He and Aunt Shirley would pick up coffee, go to the docks in Lasalle, and feed the ducks.
They were always on the go; there was nothing they wouldn’t do to help someone.
He was always a gentleman. I can remember saying once that my uncles were truly men’s men, and if you were blessed to be loved by them, then you had the world at your fingertips.
They cared for what was there, but you always knew you were loved.
The gifts my Uncle Bob gave to me were:
· Show people you love them; just don’t tell them
· There are good men out there
· Don’t accept less than the best from your partner
· Love deeply; life is a journey, and you may get hurt, but it is worth it for the right one
· The bigger they are, the softer their heart is
· Life is short, so live it. You don’t always have to do big things, but it’s the small things in life that matter
· Don’t quit, keep going.
You never know the impact you have on someone till after you are gone
I am truly blessed to have such an amazing family, even if most of them are gone.
Looking over these last 9 days, I remember just who I am and where I come from.
Remembering the ones that are gone does not have to be painful. It can be therapeutic.
It’s a reminder of just how strong we are if we let ourselves see it.
I encourage you today to think of a memory from someone you love, hold it, and remember the good times.
It will help you get through this holiday season without them.
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With love and gratitude,
Dorothy
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