Dear Grandma Gladys

Grandma Gladys flew away to heaven two nights ago.  She has been huge part of my life for almost 35 years.  One of the first dates my Beloved and I had was to visit Grandma and her family.  She has been a delightful part of my life ever since.  Grandma's hands have been busy in our lives...and what a blessing she has been.

She was my mentor.  She taught me how to play like a child, how to be a good Mom--her creativity was always an inspiration.  I loved her stories and we often laughed together.

How grateful I am for the time I recently spent with her while her daughter was away.  We ate at McDonalds (her favorite place), giggled together and I tended to her, throughout the day, and as she slept in her big easy chair.

She is in a better place now--out of pain, able to see and jump and walk--I can't even begin to imagine the freedom and joy she has now.  She is with her Beloved Vic and is seeing the face of Jesus.

I know she's having a ball telling my Beloved husband all about what's been going on down here whilst he's been gone there. 

Have a lovely day, dear Friends--and take time to cherish the ones you love.  Life is fragile and every day is a gift. 

Grandma's Hands -Guest Heart Thursday

I found a rock heart and brought it to my darling little Gramma Gladys.  Her hands are so beautiful to me.  She has had such an impact on my life and my family.  I have known her for 32 years.  Wise and wonderful--with an infinite source of stories (all told with a New York Accent) and plum full of love--that is Gramma.  

She reminds me of a little gnome--all bent over with her hair in a nimbus of white.  She is only a month older than Dad and every time I see her she is a bit more fragile. 

Aren't her hands beautiful?  Those hands have taught children how to cook and sew and wiped away the tears of so many little ones.  She is amazing--If she could have patented all the things she invented to make life easier, she'd be a millionaire!

 I remember when my children had chicken pox.  My husband and I had to be away, so she tucked them into her living room and cared for them until we returned.  That was what Grandma did.  As a young Mom with three bouncing children under the age of six, she often came to my rescue.  Her wise words and friendship meant the world to me.  I am SO blessed to have Grandma as my dear Friend.

Her legacy is one of love--she has captured all of our hearts with her beauty and tenderness...not to mention a generous smattering of common sense and humor.  I love her so much I wanted to share her with you.

Have a lovely day, everyone! 

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