Teshara Ruffin- Hooks(loving granddaughter)
Grandpa, My Angel
Thomas Tucker Ruffin, my dear Grandpa, oh how precious is thy name
A smile so bright and luminous, this world will never be the same.
You stood proud, tall, majestic, an example for all to see
Your love for all was unconditional, without it where would I be.
From the first day we met, our hearts intertwined, an unbreakable bond was created
You were my buddy, best friend, confidant, and so much more
The exact way my God made it.
A love so pure and heartfelt, I never questioned your love for me
You ALWAYS told me, “I love you sweetie,” and said it with such care and sincerity.
A realist, jokester, a man of faith, and even a great cook too
A great listener, advocate, caregiver, and supporter
Oh yes you wore more than one shoe.
You always boasted endlessly how proud you were of me
You would say, “Sweetie I love you so much, you are awesome, and I want the world to see."
You always told me to look to God, keep the faith, which is such an essential lesson
You would say, “Keep pushing forward Sweetie, hold your head high” despite many of life’s transgressions.
In times of doubt and uncertainty u always eased my fears
My number one fan who always had my back, and was there to dry my tears.
U brought so much love, peace, and harmony to the family as a whole
To ensure unity among the tribe, was always your number one goal.
Our dinner dates, road trips, and seafood feasts, you have taught me so many valuable lessons
I will forever hold dear to my heart our two hour talks and daily gossip sessions.
You are the epitome of strong, a dignified man, so proper, prideful, and full of glee
As I look at myself, and dissect my personality, those same traits are also in me.
I love you Grandpa, my other half, until we meet again
I’ll continue to make you proud, hold things down, you best believe
Just like it’s always been!!
I love you with all that I am
Forever and Always
Love Eternally
Teshara
Wednesday July 22, 2015 at 9:16 am
