Early in life my grandparents in addition to my parents had a big impact on my life. I had the opportunity to live a few summers with my grandparents. They were strong Christians, and very active and supportive of their local church they attended. My brother and I were raised Catholic, but it really never impacted me much at the time. One thing my grandfather left me besides his wisdom and principals about life, was showing how special being a grandparent can be in life if you are afforded the privilege . That life long dream of mine was granted when Sophie my granddaughter was born.