Given the Chance: Dedicated to My Biological Maternal Grandfather

"GIVEN THE CHANCE"

by 'Chelle

Two years ago, I was given the chance
The chance to meet a man
Who I never knew before

He accepted me into his life with open arms
He treated me as his own granddaughter
He was my birth grandfather

Now, I grieve for the loss of Grandpa Kelly

Today, I am given another chance

A chance to share, celebrate, and remember him

As I reflect upon the memories,
I recall the similarities

Between him and me

The same looks and the same taste

We both could be proud of our thick and wavy hair
as well as how much chocolate we could eat

It amazes me after only knowing this man for two years

How easy it could be to love him instantly

I have no doubt Grandpa Kelly loved me

He always treated me with respect
and as a part of the family

He was there for me in my many times of need

At the end of his time, I was given one last chance
The chance to hold Grandpa Kelly's hand and tell him,

"Thank You" for always having loved me.