The loving, warm relationship between a great-grandfather and his great-grandson, Sam and Cody. Cody's father and grandfather died in previous wars, and Pa Pa Sam has become a father figure to Cody. Pa Pa Sam, Cody, and Amina, Cody's mother, have created a new close family unit. Cody spends much loving, precious time with Pa Pa Sam going places, sharing fun activities, and learning about life and death.