Remembrance....

The man that my husband looked up to, The man that helped raise him, The man that gave my husband advice, The man that helped my husband in time of needs passed away 12 July 2011. This passed Saturday in Indiana a beautiful Memorial Service was held for Jeremy's papaw (grandfather) and there was no way we were going to miss it. When Jeremy was first released from the hospital his Nanny and Papaw were able to fly out and see him for the weekend prior to having surgery. Jeremy's papaw cried when he saw him and saw his Purple Heart. You could just tell that he was very proud to have him as his grandson. Below is a conversation that Zachary and I had just today;

Zachary: Roxy
Me: Zachary
Zachary: You know daddy getting hurt was not a good thing but you know what? In a way it was because he got to see Papaw one last time before he died. If daddy wasn't hurt then you guys would still be in Germany and he wouldn't have gotten to see Papaw.
Me: I know honey, it's funny how life happens the it way does
Zachary: Plus, I got to see guys sooner
Me: Yup

 Nanny and Papaw

When we landed in Anderson, Indiana we were greeted by the VFW Commander of Indiana, the VFW Commander of Anderson, and the Purple Heart Commander of Indiana picked us up and drove us to Jeremy's Nanny's house. They also built a ramp for Jeremy's wheelchair. Our time in Indiana was something else, we made memories that will never be forgotten.

The neighbors there are a very kind hearted couple that looks after Nanny everyday. They also have a horse stable with beautiful horses and one Stallion. Jeremy was able to feed the Stallion an apple out of his hand. I don't know how but those horses brought happiness to us all and were very sweat. Saturday night we had the opportunity to ride a horse known as "T-Man".

Sunday rolled around very quickly. Had a nice brunch at Cracker Barrel, relaxing afternoon at the house with family, and then there was a phone call...

The VFW State Commander had called Jeremy to inform him that he would be at the house at 4:30 p.m. to have a talk with us and that at 5:15 we would heading to the airport. He had also mentioned that some bikers wanted to escort us to the airport. All I can do is post pics and a small video because I still have no words to express myself.

Janina, Zachary, and I were able to ride on the first three bikes of the pack. Jeremy rode in a car behind us. Every street was blocked off by bikers so that the 100 bikers could go by. Needless to say we led the way!

These guys were noticed of the ride Friday evening, they themselves didn't even know how many were going to show up. It was an awesome feeling to know that people on the other side of the states and people that didn't even know Jeremy appreciate him and are Thankful for him.

Another conversation between Zachary and I today:

Me: Zachary do you know why the bikers escorted us to the airport and shook daddy's hand?
Zachary: Yes, because they are proud of him