Paula’s maternal grandfather died earlier this week. He died very peacefully and comfortably, as far as anyone can tell. It was one of those expected things–he was 80 and had been ill for quite a while. He’s survived by his seven children and his wife.
I only met him a few times, but I liked him. He was a very kind man and very skilled at making things. Also, I think it’s cool that he spoke Cajun French at home to his family. A lot of people from southern Louisiana seem just like people from Genericville, USA, but he was the real deal. He was like all those Cajun chefs you see on television, except he made birdhouses instead of meals.
He’ll be missed.
Fortunately, he had such a large family that his wife will be well-looked after. Almost all their children live within a few miles of the family home.
I’m sorry to hear that. Does Paula speak Cajun French too? That will add like 10 points to her coolness factor. 😀