Grandpa's Bible

Thanksgiving evening we stopped by my Grandpa's house to visit with him for a little bit before we headed off the mtn. When we got there I could see him through the living room window, magnifying glass in hand, bent over his Bible reading it (he'll be 90 on Jan. 7th). It spoke volumes to me and I was so transfixed by the beauty of it all that I couldn't even move until I heard Brooke ask me a question.

I wish my mind would've been working so that I could've taken a picture of him. It's assured though, that the scene will forever be in my memory. I snapped this shot of his Bible & magnifying glass, just as he left it, when he went in another room to get something for Brooke. I love it. :) He told me he's read the Bible quite a few times over, but now he just opens it and whatever book it opens up to is the one he reads. :)

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ciemor says:

Powerful beyond words--love this.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

songwoman says:

What an awesome tribute to your grandfather and testimony of his life. Thank you for sharing :)
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Patrick Houlihan says:

But if from there you seek the Lord your God, you will find him if you look for him with all your heart and with all your soul. Deuteronomy 4:29

I can't think of a better illustration for "seeking." Thanks for posting this photo and description, Rachel.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Luv 2 Flickr says:

Very touching shot and a wonderful keepsake memory of a man you love so much. Another thing to remember in years to come.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

KaroliK says:

What a beautiful shot and memory!
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Martin LaBar (going on hiatus) says:

Wonderful that he loves the Bible enough to read it, when reading must be hard for him. Good shot.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

nep says:

So superb. What a memory to cherish.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Christina007 says:

beautiful image!
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

silkegb says:

Great shot, nice light.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

jimbeau34 says:

Instant Favorite !!!!......Thanks for sharing that moment, I too will remember !
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

kennyferguson says:

There's a family Bible on the table
Each page is torn and hard to read
But the family Bible on the table
Will ever be my key to memories
At the end of day when work was over
And when the evening meal was done
Dad would read to us from the family Bible
And we'd count our many blessings one by one
I can see us sittin' round the table
When from the family Bible dad would read
I can hear my mother softly singing rock of ages Rock of ages cleft for me

Now this old world of ours is full of trouble
This old world would also better be
If we'd find more Bibles on the tables
And mothers singing rock of ages cleft for me
I can see us sittin' round the table
When from the family Bible dad would read
I can hear my mother softly singing rock of ages
Rock of ages rock of ages cleft for me

- Willie
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

♥angs♥photos says:

This is such a nice picture and what a great memory to have of him! What a testimony of his desire to read Gods word!!! If only everyone of us could have that in our hearts...Thanks for sharing this!!!
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Mrs.MikeBRSM says:

Great shot!
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

sudergal says:

Your story has brought tears to my eyes. You Grandfather has been shown us that God's Word is to be treasured. Bless him! Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

ian says:

A very nice shot with a great composition!
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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

♥ SheCat ♥ says:

Very nice and creative. The composition is great and I like it a lot!

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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

chatallot says:

Love the composition, Such a beautiful story.
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Giuseppe Parisi - Help Me In The Contest! says:

Great image , it's a fav!
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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Through the Veil says:

Thank you. This is a great moment you captured and shared.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

gwilmore says:

Simple, but powerful. I faved it.
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

Jackal1 says:

Nice capture.

Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

nature55 says:

I love this, very meaningful!
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

bulldog1 says:

I have my mom's old bible as she has been gone some years now but it was well read and underlined. She passed way before her time.
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Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

MacSmiley says:

I just lost one of my dearest friends who was a grandmother to me spiritually, 95 years old and a long time Bible student. Your story about your Grandpa and your photo reminds me of my "Grandma" whom I was with when she passed away.

If you wish to keep this memory alive forever, the photo is precious, but the real treasure is in the book your Grandpa reads. Reading it yourself will bring the two of you even closer.

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Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

I'mNotHer says:

A lovely image! Christian Photographer Fellowship
Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

~Belleza~ says:

This is so lovely.. Touches my heart :)
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

arnaud.bugnon says:

vraiment belle
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

stuartguthriemusic says:

Brilliant composition! I love the lighting. A++++++++

Stu :-)
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Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

...chok_neth... says:

such a touching story!

it's kinda hard to find Godly, faithful and diligent men nowadays. I hope that his life has impacted those around him.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

amanky says:

that's a treasure... and amazing heritage... glad you got even just this shot to cement the whole thing for you even more!

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Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

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Love your picture!

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