You were the type of people

I have reflected a lot over the last several weeks and what I find the most compelling, is when I close my eyes to really think and realize the type of people and parents that you were.

And, I come to the same conclusion each time.... we were all so very lucky, to have people, like you, in our lives.

You were the type of people that never went into anyone's home empty handed; a cheesecake, maybe cupcakes, a bottle of wine, homemade cookies, a hostess gift, (my gosh did you rub off on Christina- that girl would spend her last dime on buying her Mexi cali dip or making her famous Asparagus rolls for friends, just to make them smile as she enters their home).

You were the type of people, that welcomed, even strangers, into your home and offered them a cold drink.

You were the type of people, that would pick your neighbors up from the airport, even if they landed at 4am.

You were the type of people, that would bring shirts and trinkets back from YOUR vacation for friends and family, just to make them smile ( I chuckle thinking of when you recently got back from Key West, you had little gifts waiting for everyone, when I last came home).

You were the type of people, that made family their number one priority. Whether it meant taking care of Grandpa Olszowy on a weekly basis, or being there for Grandpa Griener and being the glue that kept all of your siblings together, and close.

You were the type of people, that loved to entertain.

You were the type of people, that were a bit obsessed with recycling, and found joy in picking recyclables out of my garbage.

You were the type of people, that never judged anyone. A trait that more people, should have.

You are the type of people, that we all want and hope to be.

You were the type of parents, that never missed a track meet or a cheerleading competition. (Yes, you and that embarrassing video camera).

You were the type of parents, that helped Ted and I put on an amazing wedding, for all of our family and friends to enjoy (and yes, Jamie still talks about how great of a time he had)

You were the type of parents, that were the first to visit any new town Ted and I moved to, just to show you could make friends, at any given time or place (Cabby Shack in Plymouth, Half Way Cafe in Watertown, Cheers in Boston, and Arthur's in Hyde Park).

You were the type of parents, or should I say Dad, that would hang up all of our art, picture frames and shelves, because you were a perfectionist with the level (I will miss that so much, when we move next).

You were the type of parents, that would go out on the town with Ted and I. For my 28th birthday party, Mom danced the night away with my friends, while Dad collected trinkets from the Budweiser girls.

You were the type of parents, that would tell me wrong from right, even at the age of 28. You never stopped being "parents", even though we had such a fun relationship.

You were the type of parents, that cooked every meal, washed every piece of clothing, ran every errand (doctors, dentist, shopping), for your Son for all of these years, just because you loved him and would do anything for him.

You were the type of parents, who would switch around their life, to watch their grandson Aydan, so Christina could go to school and work at the Hospital full time. (and you enjoyed, every minute, of the time spent with him..)

You were the type of parents, that would listen to me and my "so called problems of the day", I feel so selfish looking back and wish I spent every minute thanking you, for being the type of parents you were.

You were the type of parents that loved us no matter what, and were proud for everything we have accomplished in life, so far.

You were the type of parents, that I can only hope, I will be.