The other day Grandpa Hires invited us to come down to hear his tractor "purr". He has restored countless tractors and this latest one finally got it's engine going. This tractor has been in the works for much longer than other ones because he's been through a pretty difficult spurt over the last couple of years with the passing of Grandma Hires. It was special to see the proud smile and sense of satisfaction on his face. It meant much more than the fact that a tractor had started, it also meant moving on. He's always ready to share all sorts of facts, stories, and information with the kids. We are so thankful for a grandpa figure that lives just up our driveway!
(And he's always ready with a mini vase of flowers for Ami!)
Grandpa Hires also just got back from a trip to China. He said it was our fault that he had to go see the country that was so special to us. :)
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