My grandmother passed away early this morning. She is survived by seven children, thirteen grandkids and another thirteen great-grandchildren (with two more on the way).
Just last year, she and my Grandpa celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary, a family legacy that I am proud to share.
She was surrounded by love and had many visitors throughout each day over the past several months and I’m so grateful that I was able to see her and hug her a month ago.
On my quick visit with her, I complimented her on her fingernails, which were long and beautifully painted a bold red. The color suited her perfectly. She was sitting quietly when we arrived, wrapped in a colorful shawl that was handmade especially for her. She seemed at peace then and it warmed me to be in her presence even though I knew she was on the final lap of her journey here with us.
She is truly at peace now and although she will be missed, she will not be forgotten.
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Posted by Headless Mom on May 13, 2010 at 9:41 pm
So sorry to hear that. It’s nice that you have good memories. She sounds like a great lady. (hugs)
Posted by hipm0m on May 13, 2010 at 9:53 pm
Boy, do I have some stories…she was a redhead with grace and strength, a bold woman who was never afraid to speak her mind.
Posted by Sugar Jones on May 13, 2010 at 9:44 pm
Beautiful.
Posted by kimmy0808 on May 13, 2010 at 10:49 pm
Sorry to hear that. YOur grandma seems to have treasured a lots of wonderful memories.
Posted by Suzette on May 13, 2010 at 11:01 pm
What a lovely tribute to your grandmother, and I’m glad you have this nice memory of her in your minds eye.
Hugs to you!
Posted by Stefanie on May 14, 2010 at 6:19 am
I am sorry for your loss. She sounds like quite a character. Someone you could listen to for hours. I used to love to sit and listen to my grandmother’s stories. She would be drinking her whiskey on the rocks and I would have a glass of wine zinfandel. She would tell me stories of singing in bars to the troops on leave and details of her dating escapades. We may have lost them, but their stories will live with us forever. What a lovely gift they left us.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by Grandma Sylvie on May 16, 2010 at 5:40 am
Thank you for that beautiful tribute. She was a memorable woman.
Posted by Mama Mary on May 18, 2010 at 11:25 pm
Red nails? She must have been something special.
I am sorry for your loss Sondra! It’s never easy, even when they’ve lived a full life. And sounds like she had a wonderful life on this earth!
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