This evening, one of my beloved Grandmothers passed away. I am just devastated. :"(
There is no possible way, in one post, that I could even begin to explain my sadness, my grief and my sense of loss. And there is no possible way, in one post, that I could even begin to share my deep appreciation for all that my grandma was to me. She was truly very special.
Grandma, I will never forget you. I will never forget how much you loved me and the rest of your family....how deeply and genuinely you cared for me, how special you always made me feel. I will never forget your encouragement, your support, your genuine interest in my life and your many, many talents. I will never forget your sense of humor, your gentle spirit, your servants heart, your creativity, the love that you put into every stitch and the way that you made your house a home.
Thank you. Thank you for everything. And, thank you for loving my daughter and for welcoming her with open arms.
Grandma... Oh, how I ache to say "love you" to you one more time, to receive one more note from you "just because"... I ache to give you one last hug. Oh how I ache.
I cannot adequately put into words how much you will be missed by me and by the rest of your family.
I love you, Grandma.
(The photo is one of the last photos I have of my Grandma with Emma. The lady bug is in honor of my grandmother who loved and collected lady bugs).
God bless,
15 comments:
I am so very sorry to read about your Gramma's passing. She sounds like a wonderful woman. When my Gram passed away in 1999, one of my friends gave me a card that said:
You can shed tears that she is gone,
Or you can smile because she lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back,
Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see her
Or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live in yesterday,
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can cry, close your mind, be empty turn your your back,
Or you can do what she would want:
Smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy,
Hi Tera,
I am so sorry to hear of your grandmother's passing. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Lotsa hugs!
I am so very very sorry Tera. There just isn't anything like a precious grandma's love and I know she will be sorely missed. Please know you and your family are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers, with deep sympathy, Rhonda and family
Oh, no, Tera. I so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your aching heart tonight. May you feel the arms of Jesus wrapped tightly around you, giving you comfort. Hugs to you, Esther
tera, i am so sorry for your loss. your grandmother sounds like a terrific person, one who left you with a legacy of love. i can tell from your post how much you will miss her, and i will pray for peace and healing in your heart.
hugs,
cathy
Love you, Love you, Love you. :"( I had one JUST LIKE YOURS... a treasure, a true treasure. The impact of her leaving my life back in 1986 still grips my heart as I read your words here.. and the tears still flow as I remember what I have lost. :"( What is it they say - these tears, this grief is the price of love.
I like what Michele wrote here... and I like something else I once heard - If our loved one is with God and God has promised to be with us, then we are never far apart.
Amen..
BLESS YOU, Tera girl.
With love, with sorrow, with hope... and awaiting the fulfillment of Rev. 21:3-5
Lynn
Dear Tera I know the ache in your heart over the loss of your grandma. I loved both of mine and I know you will miss her. The pain will ease my friend, but grieve now and joy will come later. Hugs and blessings.
I'm so very sorry about your loss Tera. My heart goes out to you and to your whole family. ((hugs))
Oh Tera, I'm so sorry your Grandma has passed away. Praying for you and your family during this very difficult time.
{{{{Hugs to you}}}}
Oh Tera, my heart aches for you. My grandma passed away a couple of years ago. She was my hero, at my wedding I danced with her to "wings beneath my wings". When she passed my heart hurt so much, but yet I was so happy she went home to be with her 3 sons. I know she was whole again.
Just remember she is in a better place and she will be with you ALWAYS. Keep her alive every day and relishin what shegave you.
I wish I was there to hug you and cry with you.
Huge jugs and kisses.
Tera,
I am so sorry for your loss. I still miss my grandma very much. I pray that God will cradle your heart and bring you many fond thoughts and memories of her during this very difficult time. Love and big hugs!
I'm so very sorry to hear about your Grandmother's passing. It sounds like you had a very special relationship that you will always treasure.
Oh Tera... I'm so sad to read of your huge loss. My paternal grandma was precious to me too - we lived next door to her & grandpa our whole lives.
My heart aches for your loss and I will be praying God's comfort on you & your family, Sweetie!
Hugs xo
Oh Tera, that picture of Grandma and Emma is absolutely precious. Our dear Grandmother will be missed greatly. Emma looked darling (as always) at the funeral.
peace&love
danae
I haven't visited you in awhile and I am so sorry about your Grandmother, what a wonderful lady she must have been. It's been 2 years in Oct since my wonderful grandmother went to heaven and then 2 years this coming Jan for my other one, so I understand the loss, and just want you to know that I care.
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