So today has been a difficult day already and it has just begun. Today would have been my Great Grandmother's 97th birthday. She passed away in 2004 and I miss her terribly this time of year every single year. My birthday is tomorrow. I am grateful to have lived another year blessed with the wonderful people that surround me; however, I can't help but miss this precious lady. We had our birthday parties together every year up until she died and it hurts to not be able to share that special time with her anymore. This year in particular it is hitting me harder than it has in previous years. I am guessing that is due to the fact that I have had some other issues in my life the last few months including unemployment, marital issues and my grandfather being diagnosed with Cancer. I am going to try to have a great day today and honor her memory instead of wallowing in self pity. I know I need to realize that I can get out and enjoy life and she can't so I should take advantage of it. So on that note, I picked out this gorgeous cake because she loved butterflies and purple (just like me) so that we could share it. Happy Birthday Granny. I love you and miss you more than words could ever say. <3
This is so sweet Val. I know how a bond between a grandmother and granddaughter can be because I had a wonderful bond with mine. My grandmother past away in 1997 and not a day goes by that I don't think about her. She would have been 103 on February 16th. I may hear a song on the radio or read something and tear up. People say things get better with time and I know they do but I will never forget my grandmother and our bond. She had 11 children and too many to count grandchildren and great-grandchildren but I was her favorite.
ReplyDeleteSo, keep your head held high and know that your Grandmother is smiling down on you. Keeping you in my prayers!!
Amy (Meredith Ward's Sister)