My grandfather passed through the veil on January 27th, 1994. I remember it clearly as I was a freshman at BYU and he was going through yet another open heart surgery. I wanted to be there at his bed side when they turned off his machines. I can still feel it as vividly as I did back then. When he passed I had the distinct impression he was being embraced by the Savior. I knew he was at peace despite a hard fight against many things in this life. Since then, there have been a few times when he has visited me in my dreams and I wake up at peace. I thank God for his tender mercies, for the atonement, and for life beyond the veil.
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Heather,
This post is so touching because for a few years after my mom had passed away I was having a really hard time in my life and I remember one day saying out loud, "I just need a hug!" That night, I had a dream that my mom was hugging me. I know that Heavenly Father knew what I needed and I know that my mom was able to be there for me still. Thank you for this post!
It's amazing really because my grandpa and I weren't super close while I was growing up. And we are not a touchy family but for some reason his life has touched mine more than once since his passing.
I know its tough when your grandpa leaves this earth and it comes that time of year when they passed through the veil. I had a reflection of my grandpa near his passing. That is great you get visits from him in your dreams. That is comforting! Having grandparents are great but its hard to see them go for now.
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