My Grandfather

All of my grandparents are amazing. Recently, however, I've been thinking a lot about my mother's dad, Louis (that's where I get my middle name). He was the best and I miss him a lot. I always wonder if he is watching, guiding me, or simply just in my memory. It really doesn't matter which one, it's a great to think he's with me at some capacity no matter what.

When he passed away I'll never forget it. I left work right away and began my drive from Cleveland to PA. The second I got in my car the volume on the radio was, of course, turned up loud. The song 'See You On The Other Side' by Ozzy Osbourne was blasting. I know what you are thinking....Ozzy?? Are you serious?? Yes, I am. Read the lyrics and you'll know why.

Voices, a thousand, thousand voices
Whispering, the time has passed for choices
Golden days are passing over, yeah

I cant seem to see you
Although my eyes are open wide
But I know Ill see you once more
When I see you, Ill see you on the other side
Yes, Ill see you, Ill see you on the other side

Leaving, I hate to see you cry
Grieving, I hate to say goodbye
Dust and ash forever, yeah

Though I know we mus be parted
As sure as stars are in the sky
Im gonna see when it comes to glory
And Ill see you, Ill see you on the other side
Yes Ill see you, Ill see you on the other side

Never thought Id feel like this
Strange to be alone, yeah
But well be together
Carved in stone, carved in stone, carved in stone

Hold me, hold me tight, Im falling
Far away. distant voices calling
Im so cold. I need you darling, yeah

I was down, but now Im flying
Straight across the great divide
I know youre crying, but Ill stop you crying
When I see you, I see you on the other side
Yes. Ill see you. see you on the othe side
Im gonna see you. see you on the other side
God knows Ill see you, see you on the other side, yeah

Here's a clip of the song (and you can download it here also):



Did he put that song on my radio? I'm not sure. But to this day when I hear it song I tear up a little and then smile (kinda like I'm doing right now since it's playing in the background while I type). I'm certainly not wishing my life away....but I can't wait to see him on the other side.