Big Brother 15: Aaryn Gries' Dad Passed Away

Aaryn Gries and her father. 

A sad day for Big Brother 15's Aaryn Gries. Her dad, whom she was very close to, died this week.

Aaryn wrote on Twitter, "This is the last picture I have with my Dad. The greatest man I've ever known. Never take your family for granted."

This is the last picture I have with my Dad. The greatest man I've ever known. Never take your family for granted. pic.twitter.com/cZDkdW8h1N
— Aaryn Gries (@AarynElizaGries) February 4, 2014

She also posted A Cowboy Prayer, which reads:

 "Our Heavenly Father, we pause at this time, mindful of the many blessings you have bestowed upon us. We ask, Lord, that you will be with us in the arena of life. We as cowboys do not ask for special favors. We don't ask to draw around the chute fighting horse, the steer that won't lay, or to never break the barrier. We don't even ask for all daylight runs. We do ask Lord, that you will help us live our lives here on earth as cowboys, in such a manner, that when we make that last inevitable ride, to the country up there, where the grass grows lush, green, and stirrup high, and the water runs cool, clear, and deep, that you'll take us by the hand and say, 'Welcome to Heaven cowboy, your entry fees are paid.' "

Very sad. Anyone who has lost a father can relate to how difficult it is. Our thoughts are with Aaryn and her family at this time.