One of the memories I have of him is when I was a young kid and he showed up unexpectedly at our home. I had never met him but everyone kept saying go say hello and I was so scared I hid in a corner. He finally came over and handed me a ring and left. The reason why that moment stands out is because today I look back and see a man who wanted to be part of my life but because of the choices he made it was difficult for him. I can’t imagine what he felt like having his granddaughter shake in fear and reject him. Today when I see him we embrace and I see the love and joy in his eyes. I’m grateful for those moments and I hope he is too.
Today I honor my Grandfather James Taylor for Black History Month. My maternal grandfather is someone I’ve known most of my life but never really had a relationship with. Born in Daytona Beach, Florida on December 9th, 1934 James was raised by his Grandparents Sam and Hattie Taylor in Ormond Beach, Florida. James is the oldest and only brother of 3. Having moved to NY in 1965, he lived a somewhat nomadic life doing various jobs that took him all over the east coast of the US. Retiring and living a quiet life in Huntington Station, NY James enjoys watching all forms of sports and can be found in front of the tube on any given day.
One of the memories I have of him is when I was a young kid and he showed up unexpectedly at our home. I had never met him but everyone kept saying go say hello and I was so scared I hid in a corner. He finally came over and handed me a ring and left. The reason why that moment stands out is because today I look back and see a man who wanted to be part of my life but because of the choices he made it was difficult for him. I can’t imagine what he felt like having his granddaughter shake in fear and reject him. Today when I see him we embrace and I see the love and joy in his eyes. I’m grateful for those moments and I hope he is too.
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rosetta
2/18/2018 06:22:55 pm
Very enlighting I am enjoying reading your writings.hope you get this.
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Tamieka
2/18/2018 07:04:18 pm
Hi Rosetta,
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