[GerardoG]

Originally Posted by Bo-Dacious

Solid family values.

Great story and congrats to your son!

Thank you! Yes, we do believe in strong values!

Originally Posted by FremStar

Just one word... EPIC!

I agree. Completely!!!!

Originally Posted by domrusso10

Great story!


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Originally Posted by kauebm

Amazing story, G. May he cherish that watch for many decades, until passing it down to his children, so they can keep the family tradition alive.

I will be looking forward to that....and enjoying every single day with him!

Originally Posted by And1dre

Great story, great man!

He is. A remarkable human being!!!!

Originally Posted by jrs146

What a story! I hope one day to pass a watch to my son who will pass it to a future grandson/daughter. If only we are all that lucky.

It was very emotional. A beautiful day! I do hope you experience it yourself in the future

Originally Posted by SemperFi

Awesome Gerardo, just awesome. Congratulations to you and your family.

Muchas gracias. Still smiling!!!!!

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I really like your style, Gerardo, and I'm glad to see it runs in the family.

Well, thank you! I am honored! Just enjoying this trip called life!!!!!

Originally Posted by sahcivan

What an amazing gesture and a great way to remember his grandfather

Absolutely. He took it off last night and asked me to take it to the safe. A very responsible boy!

Originally Posted by Headshrinker

That was one of the most touching and inspirational stories I have read on TRF. Gerardo's family is enriched with tradition, discipline, hardwork, and love. I pray we are all so blessed.

Thank you. I needed to share this not only because he is my son; but also as actions like these make my heart jump with joy...I hope it did the same to you with a smile on your face.

Originally Posted by Trouble15

That's a beautiful story. Great to keep that beauty in the family for 3 generations and more to come.

Amazing. A timeless classic...now in its third generation....with a unique grandfather and a fantastic boy in the story.

Originally Posted by carreramay

Cool story about the watch and your son. A 300 person party for completing 6th grade throws me off a bit. Watch out for college graduation.

Hahahahaha. Parties in latin america are never small. And when you put together a small group of kids...and their parents...and friends....well, it does NOT remain 'small'!!!!

Originally Posted by Ivyleaguer

Wow, what a lucky kid! Crap, when I graduated sixth grade, all I got was a lame "good job son!" and a pat on the should.

Frankly, though. there is something patently patently ridiculous about a tween kid wearing a $8500 watch. His expectations and values may be distorted, but hey, I would have happily taken it as well!

I would have thought so; but when that kid tells you 'it is not the monetary value, it is my GRADFATHER's daily watch' and he proceeds to take it off to store in the safe and wear it only at special times....it changes the perspective. Even though it is his watch now, I would not allow him to wear it daily. That time will come. Today, it is a special heirloom for very, very special times.

Originally Posted by kilyung

That's what it's all about.

Yes, that is IT!!!!!!

Originally Posted by Racerdj

Awesome story! Thanks for sharing it.

Thank you for reading!!! I hope it helps you have a better day!

Originally Posted by Ouro9999

Very nice story, congrats!

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Thank you!

Originally Posted by Danny83

Wow nice story Gerardo and congrats to your son

Muchas gracias Danny!!!!

Originally Posted by kneedeep

Love reading these types of stories, congrats all around, G! Familia primero.

Familia primero!!!

Originally Posted by ZeKe

Mi mas sentido pesame Gerardo.

You are blessed with a good family and this is a most valuable gift.
Truly better than money or material possessions.
May your son wear, enjoy, and preserve the watch and your father in law's legacy for generations to come.

Muchas gracias. Yes, the values and principles behind this whole experience are fantastic!!!!!

Originally Posted by swatty

Great story, your son will always cherish this watch and will remember his grandfather every time he looks at it.

I am sure he will. Every time he looks at it, I can see both of them smiling....my son here, and his grandfather in a better place.

Originally Posted by Ronin78

Such a beautiful story.

And I got to live it....I am SO happy!

Originally Posted by masyv6

A great story and a great gift! Congrats to your son!

Muchas gracias!

Originally Posted by theloxmyth

Amazing family you have, G.

Love and best wishes to all!

Tooch : )

I do, Craig! Thank you!!!!

Originally Posted by incontrol

Great story and another great story about your father in law! God bless your family and many congrats to your son!

Muchas gracias!!!

Originally Posted by cedargrove

Awesome story Gerardo. Congrats to you and your son.

Thank you. Had a great day!!!!!!!

Originally Posted by RGP

What a great story and a fantastic family treasure.

Fantastic just starts to describe our feelings...we are 'beyond happy'!!!!!

Originally Posted by swils8610

This may be the best post I have read on TRF...congrats G on your son receiving his certificate and also for having a wonderful father in law to have enjoyed. Cheers!

I hope it touches your heart as it touched mine. Gracias for your words!!!!

Originally Posted by nyc2la

Thread of the year! Thanks for sharing, G, and a big congrats to your son on his graduation. And, may he get decades of enjoyment from his very special heirloom. 🍻🍻

Well, thank you! Non material things in life bring the best experiences; I hope our story made you smile.

Originally Posted by Watch Box

Beautiful story!

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It is...and I am SO fortunate to be a part of it!!!!