I've never really believed in fate but life has a way of speaking to us. In less than a week, I'll be taking off for France to spend one month with my amazing Mamie and then five months in Paris. My decision to move to France and spend January with my grandparents was made in early September; in late September my Papi found out he had cancer; on December 28th, he peacefully passed away. My Mamie and Papi have spent 63 years side by side; not a day apart. 2017 starts a new chapter in all of our lives and I truly believe it was Destiny that knew I'd be needed in January. No one will ever be able to replace Papi's presence but the two of us will make sure to honor his spirit by making sure we enjoy lots of galettes, champagne, and quiet strolls through the woods.
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