It is often hard to put into words the gifts that our families pass on to us.  During the holidays some of them are little wrapped presents with baubles and bells.  At other times they are cards or just the feeling of arms wrapped around us in a hug.  And sometimes they are name passed on from one generation to another.

Early this morning my son Craig and his wife Jennifer welcomed a new baby boy into the family.  Over the Christmas holidays they sat me down and said they had something they need to ask me.  Exchanging glances back and forth at each other they finally said "we want to know if it is okay to name our son after Dad?"  It was a good thing I was sitting down as I'm sure I would have fallen if I wasn't it.

Craig's father was a USAF pilot who died as a result of injuries in an accident in the Middle East.  We grew up together in Springfield Virginia, qualify as the love story of the boy and girl next door and had a terrific life together traveling the world.  When he passed away our world was shattered but we have picked up and gone on with the knowledge that he would always be keeping watch over us.

So with joy and gratitude today a new baby carries the name William Blase Jones.  It may not have the cache as of a Kennedy or a Trump but it is a name passed on from a son who loved his father to a child who will be raised with love all around him.  The cycle of life continues and reminds us of how our lives can change and carry on in ways that we never imagined.

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20 Comments on A Gift of Love and Remembrance from Son to Father

JAN
05
2009
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Hi Cindy, I can think of no better way to honor this father's memory than to name a grandchild after him. This was a very touching post.
9:55am • #1
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A very touching and loving post.  I like your last sentence which is so TRUE---"The cycle of life continues and reminds us of how our lives can change and carry on in ways that we never imagined."
10:01am • #2
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Hey, Cindy. Thanks for sharing your wonderful story. I am sure your grandson will carry the name proudly. All my best, Jim
10:07am • #3
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Somehow I missed your earlier post about your childhood sweetheart;  that was a wonderful post that brought a lump to my throat.  This post sealed the deal bringing tears to my eyes.  What a wonderful tribute to his dad;  I know you must be very proud, too.
10:26am • #4
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Cindy, that is just the most precious story! Congrats on your new grand-baby and cheers to you for raising loving children.
10:30am • #5
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Cindy - I have little tears in the corners of my eyes.  How touching!!
11:32am • #6
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Cindy congratulations on the new addition to the family.  I know how much this means to you and your family and wish all of you the best.
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Shirley-this is the second time my son and his wife have done something special in relation to his dad.  The first was to make an exact replica of his wedding ring as my son's ring when they got married.  Now this.  I'd say his dad left him with a legacy of love!
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Rebecca-my life had taken me in a very different direction than I'm sure it would have been if Bill had not passed away.  I've tried to use the experience to help guide others who find themselves in a similiar situation.
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Jim-if the first picture of him is any indication he will also be a spitting image of his granddad too.
4:15pm • #10
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Cindy, what a great story to share with us. Congratulations on your new grand baby and in raising such a fine man to carry on your family traditions.
4:17pm • #11
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Susan-I'm very fortunate that my son has honored his father's memory with the name for his new son.  I look forward to being able to tell him stories about some of his granddad's crazy childhood stunts :-)
5:07pm • #12
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Jo-I admit it I can't wait to get to hold him and give him cuddles.  I'll be headed to Denver as soon as I get my business all covered.
7:43pm • #13
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Cindy - What an honorable thing to do. Congradulations! You'll have to post some pictures!  
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JAN
06
2009
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April-thank you for reading our little story.  When life throws us for a loop we have to find ways to cope and use the experience in a positive way.
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Pat-yes this is a big event for our small family.  Babies are wonderful and now I guess I'm GG Squared :-)
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Lara-I'm proud of the adults both my children became.  My son is a kind and caring man.  He honors his father in everyway.
7:47am • #17
JAN
07
2009
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I had to add this little clip from my son's email announcement to his friends about the arrival of his new son:


My dad: VT '74
Me: VT '00
Blase:  Oh you better believe the brainwashing is starting early.  The
nursery is painted in Hokie colors. :)
7:43am • #18
JAN
24
2009
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Hi Cindy! What a great memory of your son's dad with your grandson carrying on his legacy.  You are correct in saying that when life throws us a curve.... we must find a way to pick ourselves up and carry on.  I have been there as you will find in my blog.  Hope we get to see some photos of this new grandbaby!
10:47pm • #19
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25
2009
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Dona-thank you for your comment.  I am headed to Denver this week to spend time with my new grandson.  I know it will be an emotional time but my son & his wife are fantastic parents and I look forward to being a part of the celebration.
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