Poppy is 90 years old!

Today my grandfather turns 90 years old. I can hardly believe it. I have such fond memories of his storytelling and spunky personality. He always has a story and a smile. His life has not always been easy that's for sure. He fought in WWII and raised a family on a barber's income. He became a fishing guide and was very good at what he did. Both fishing and cutting hair. He is a very loving person. Always having a hug for someone he sees.

He grew up in New Hampshire and only spoke French until about the 7th grade. A devout Catholic, his faith has seen him through much. He married my grandmother and together they had three children.

I never tire of hearing his tales. Some old people (you know this is true) tell the same old stories over and over until you could repeat them verbatim. Not Poppy. I seem to learn something new about him every time I am around him. And lately, I'm not around him often enough. Hopefully we can get to go see him soon. Until then, I am sending this card to wish him a Happy Birthday!

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