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Pamela Baumgartner's avatar

That was a wonderful tribute to your family and upbringing. I’d like to say that grief goes away but it doesn’t, it just changes so there are more happy days and the memories more often make us smile than cry. My Uncle Don, your Grandpa probably read your piece with a smile on his face , a lifting of his shoulders and turned to tell the others in heaven how proud he is and that life goes on.

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Calista Toner's avatar

That made me cry! Thank you for your words, I appreciate them.

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Debbie Katich's avatar

Beautifully said … a real heart felt piece - you did your Grandpa PROUD!!! You’re a fabulous writer ✍🏻

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Calista Toner's avatar

Thank you, that’s very kind. He was a true role model. We all miss him very much.

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Beth Ann Choate's avatar

Beautiful tribute to a wonderful man.

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Calista Toner's avatar

He was everything I aspire to be. Miss him very much.

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Heidi Cook's avatar

Callie, I am so proud of you! And I’m happily looking forward to reading your tonerstopics.

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Calista Toner's avatar

Thank you -- I’ll try my best to be engaging! All my love <3

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