A conversation with grandfather... :$

My grandfather was a very special person in my life.  I saw him almost every day when I was in tenth and eleventh grade since he lived close to my school.  Recently, he left us due to old age and it was very hard for all of my family.  I wish I had one more opportunity to talk with him and tell him how much he meant to me.

Grandpa:  Hello, how are you?

Me:  I'm fine.. I just miss you a lot.  How have you been lately?

Grandpa:  I've been fine, watching over you.

Me:  You have?  Why?

Grandpa:  Because you are very special to me, and I love you.  I've also been watching over your aunts, uncles, and cousins.  You are all very special to me and I just want to make sure you all are all right.

Me:  I love you too!  You have no idea  how hard it has been to pass right in front of your house almost every day and not be able to visit you.  It has been very hard... on all of us.  We have all felt an immense sense of loneliness.

Grandpa:  Don't be sad because I left, be happy because I was with you and was able to spend time with you.

Me:  I know, it's still inevitable feeling like this when you lose someone important to you.

Grandpa:  You haven't lost me completely.  If you really loved me, a part of me would stay in your heart.   This way, I will always be with you, helping you, and watching over you.

Me: Like a guardian angel?

Grandpa:  Yes, exactly like that.  I will always be with you, and I will try my hardest to keep you and  your family safe.

Me:  You know, I never really told you this, but you are very important for me and I love you very much.  I may not have always shown that I love you, but I did... and still do.

Grandpa:  I know you do.

Me: Still... I thought you should hear it from me.

Grandpa:  You didn't have to say it.  When you spend time with me, it is evident that I am special to you, just like it is obvious that you are very special to me.

Me: I love you grandpa!

Grandpa:  I love you too.  Now I should leave, but remember, I am always close to you and I will always be watching over you.

Me: Bye!  I love you!