Grandma Marian

Grandma, at our wedding

Last Thursday, my great-grandma passed away. I hesitate to say "great" grandma because I feel like it lessens her importance in my life. She was there for all my performances, she never missed a birthday, and we spent many holidays together. We are all sad that she is no longer with us, but we are at peace knowing her and Grandpa are together again.

Her funeral is on Wednesday, and somehow the stars aligned and I am able to be there. I am so grateful that I am able to leave my job and school for a day and be with my family to remember such a special lady. I am also grateful for my sweet husband, being so supportive and loving through this whole process.

I am grateful to be related to such an incredible woman; no one could ever say a bad thing about her. She had many talents, one of them making everyone feel loved and important. I know that many people never know their great grandparents....I am so blessed to have almost 21 years with mine.

I love you grandma!