July 3rd will mark 20 years since our mom/grandma passed away. In some ways, it feels like yesterday. In others, it seems so long ago. I miss her but I am thankful for the legacy that she left.
I wish that we could experience things together, but I have a feeling she knows what's going on around here.
She loved her children unconditionally, and loved her grandchildren fiercely. She would be so proud of the incredible adults that they are today - all six of them! They are smart, caring, and are concerned about more than just their own personal comfort. They reach out to love the people around them - even when it hurts and even when it's not easy. They are a lot like their grandma.
She would absolutely love spending time with her great grandchildren, and they would love spending time with her. She always had the most exciting adventures planned - riding in the back of the pickup truck, eating as many Popsicles as they could hold, bowling, swimming, looking at bugs in her garden. She could make everything magical. Many of her great grandchildren share her love of reading and possess excellent "language skills" (one of her favorite phrases). She was a teacher, and it is amazing how many educators are now in our family!
My biggest fear when mom passed away was that she would be forgotten. 20 years later, she is still with us in so many ways, and I am thankful for the blessing of her life and influence! Love you, Mom!!
No comments:
Post a Comment