tell them what they mean to you.

Thanksgiving always brings out the gratefulness in everyone.  I read the 

quote below and just had this instant thought of letting my grandpa know

exactly how inspiring he is to me. You never know the time you have on

this amazing earth, so tell the ones you love how much they mean to you,

live each day to the fullest and always bring your own sunshine...

"As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let us down, probably will. You'll have your heart broken and you'll break others' hearts. You'll fight with your best friend or maybe even fall in love with them, and you'll cry because time is flying by. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, forgive freely, and love like you've never been hurt. Life comes with no guarantees, no time outs, no second chances. you just have to live life to the fullest, tell someone what they mean to you and tell someone off, speak out, dance in the pouring rain, hold someone's hand, comfort a friend, fall asleep watching the sun come up, stay up late, be a flirt, and smile until your face hurts. Don't be afraid to take chances or fall in love and most of all, live in the moment because every second you spend angry or upset is a second of happiness you can never get back"

Dear Grandpa.  

I just wanted to write you a letter to let you know how thankful I am for everything you do for me. I really have no idea where I would be in this world without all that you have provided for me - both financially and emotionally. You have always been there for me. You are my life inspiration - as a leader, a parent, an employee etc. You are such a hard worker in everything that you do and it is truly inspiring.
    Thank you so much for always leading the way and being so supportive. Karter and I love you so much. We are very blessed to spend Thanksgiving with you this year.

    With love and much respect,

    Mommy Monica (and Karter)