It is quite an accomplishment to live 83 years in this old world -- especially when you've had several broken ribs, two open-heart surgeries, stents two different times, three fingers ripped off your hand in a piece of machinery, two blood clots, one stroke, nine children, a farm, a trucking business, leadership roles in church and vast knowledge and responsibility on water boards! These are just the tip of the ice berg in Dad's life -- but what a life it has been!!!!
My kids have been having quite the discussion about how old you should be and still be having children. Little do they know how much time there is in life to accomplish all the things that need work and attention! When I think of the gathering we had Sunday night to celebrate and honor Dad's life, I realize that the youngest of us is 47 and that it is probably the first time we have met together without all of our children! It was a great evening to be able to just sit and visit with our wonderful parents and each other and pay respect and attention to our parents who have given us so much!
I know Mom and Dad's life is a little difficult right now, with Mom surviving on borrowed blood and Dad's knee that won't hold his weight any longer. Every day is a challenge and every task is a major hurdle, but they are so lucky to have each other and to be able to live in their own home and love and care for each other. Dad is so happy when Mom snuggles up to him for warmth and comfort. He was out in his car yesterday with the trunk up and Tank in the trunk - just driving up and down the road and having a bit of freedom.
No matter how bad Mom feels, she always looks good -- with her hair coiffed just right, nails painted, and a cute outfit. She doesn't complain--she might just lay down and sleep for days, but she doesn't complain. She does get grumpy with Dad, but he is usually capable of laughing and teasing her to deal with it. When she begins to sleep non-stop, then he gets worried and doesn't handle it quite as well as when he knows she is doing okay. They really do support each other very firmly and even when they agree to disagree, they need each other's support! They are a beautiful example of love, endurance and consistency.
What a wonderful day March 7th, 1925 was -- the day our amazing Dad was born! What great things he has accomplished in his life and what a tribute to him to have his children all gathered in his honor! What an example of what kind of charitable people we are to be to one another and the service we should extend. Our Dad is definitely one of a kind and I express my love for him loudly anda clearly for all the world to hear!
It is quite an accomplishment to live 83 years in this old world -- especially when you've had several broken ribs, two open-heart surgeries, stents two different times, three fingers ripped off your hand in a piece of machinery, two blood clots, one stroke, nine children, a farm, a trucking business, leadership roles in church and vast knowledge and responsibility on water boards! These are just the tip of the ice berg in Dad's life -- but what a life it has been!!!!
My kids have been having quite the discussion about how old you should be and still be having children. Little do they know how much time there is in life to accomplish all the things that need work and attention! When I think of the gathering we had Sunday night to celebrate and honor Dad's life, I realize that the youngest of us is 47 and that it is probably the first time we have met together without all of our children! It was a great evening to be able to just sit and visit with our wonderful parents and each other and pay respect and attention to our parents who have given us so much!
I know Mom and Dad's life is a little difficult right now, with Mom surviving on borrowed blood and Dad's knee that won't hold his weight any longer. Every day is a challenge and every task is a major hurdle, but they are so lucky to have each other and to be able to live in their own home and love and care for each other. Dad is so happy when Mom snuggles up to him for warmth and comfort. He was out in his car yesterday with the trunk up and Tank in the trunk - just driving up and down the road and having a bit of freedom. 
No matter how bad Mom feels, she always looks good -- with her hair coiffed just right, nails painted, and a cute outfit. She doesn't complain--she might just lay down and sleep for days, but she doesn't complain. She does get grumpy with Dad, but he is usually capable of laughing and teasing her to deal with it. When she begins to sleep non-stop, then he gets worried and doesn't handle it quite as well as when he knows she is doing okay. They really do support each other very firmly and even when they agree to disagree, they need each other's support! They are a beautiful example of love, endurance and consistency. 
What a wonderful day March 7th, 1925 was -- the day our amazing Dad was born! What great things he has accomplished in his life and what a tribute to him to have his children all gathered in his honor! What an example of what kind of charitable people we are to be to one another and the service we should extend. Our Dad is definitely one of a kind and I express my love for him loudly anda clearly for all the world to hear!
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Oh my, I guess I can stop feeling old at 31! You are totally right about Grandpa, he has had an amazing life, and just keeps on going no matter what comes his way. I hope that I can accomplish half as much as him by the time I am 83. I also hope that I have a child who will take such good care of me as you do for them. (Of course I have boys so maybe they will be off with their wife's families!)
I agree, your parents are wonderful and amazing people. Your mom is always looking so cute and so beautiful. Your dad is a very strong and proud man. They are so cute the way they take care of each other. You are so good and helpful to them. You are a wonderful daughter.
Grandpa truly is an amazing man who has lived an amazing life! He has so many accomplishments and so much to show for his life. His wonderful children are such a good example of the kind of people he and grandma are. We are so lucky to have had him in our lives for so long, and hope to have many more years to come!
Billie Sue, I am so glad you take care of your cute little parents as tenderly and as lovingly as you do. It makes me teary to see the Christlike service you give them without a thought or complaint. I have really enjoyed having another set of wonderful grandparents and Allen insists our children will be doing the dishes by 4 because of some of the stories about your parents. Happy Birthday Grandpa Bisel! P
Mom, what a beautiful post. You all looked so happy up there at the birthday party the other night. I know there were supposed to be no children allowed, but I was glad Noah got to sneak in quickly for a goodbye hug.
You are truly an example with the way you serve your parents, although it comes as no surprise judging by your endless service to your children. You are an amazing parent, yourself...I'm happy Grandma and Grandpa have you to take care of them so well.
I hope that you and dad will grow old and graceful together as Grandpa and Grandma have. When I think about most of the major things in my life, I realize that they have been there for them as well. I love them both so much!
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