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Rock Ruminations

"The Rock" - Newfoundland's nickname, attributed to the granite and rocky landcapes which wrap around coastlines of the province. It is an affectionate term towards Newfoundland, and highlights the significance of environment. Ruminations - the act of pondering; meditation.

Sunday, October 22, 2006

Longevity

This is my Pop Humphries (mom's father). He is 90 years old today. This picture was taken two years ago this coming Christmas (i.e., Christmas 2004).

Born during the middle of the First World War, he's seen a lot in his lifetime. More than that though, after his second heart attack I watched him undertake what can only be described as an almos complete change in his lifestyle - from hobbies and actions to eating habits. For a man that had been so set in his way for years to undergo such a change was both remarkable and inspiring.

Thinking about being up in Newfoundland with him today makes me a little sad for home, but I know that he'll still be ther when I get up there sometime in 2007.

Happy Birthday Pop!

Tag: family, birthday

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