December 7, 2001

8 years ago today..

I miss my Granny so much. She had such spark. She was witty and bright, so full of life and love for her family. Granny had a funny wheezing laugh, that made others join in. I always gave her a run for her money.. I sassed her and she took it in stride, loving our similar spunky personalities. She treasured my sister and I above all possessions, that we were certain of. Kelly and my constant bickering and sarcasm made her laugh and join.

I have so many funny memories of her..
..Granny asked me to shovel the snow on the porch while we were visiting their home in Minnesota and I responded,"If you give me a little dollar" and she did!
..She wouldn't let me roller blade without my mom being home, but I could ride my bike!
..She always wore a terrycloth sunbathing onesie at our house when she'd visit, so she could sunbathe..
..I would run to Granny when Grumpa would make me so mad I cried, and then I'd laugh the whole time she fussed at him for it..
..Kelly and I would take her reading glasses and pretend we were Granny..
..During one argument of sorts, I told Granny, "Leave me alone, you old lady!" haha! She thought it was so funny.. and I was serious! But I always had her laughing at me.. no matter how sassy or disrespectful I was, she found me hilarious!
..Granny gave Kelly and I money every time we shopped with her, she spoiled us... but, I think I was the only rotten one!



I have found ways of carrying her with me. This picture is from my wedding day. I wore my Granny's emerald and diamond pendant on a chain my Aunt Carrie bought for me. And I am currently wearing the ring that matches. Granny's memory is cherished and sacred. Kelly and I were truly blessed to have gotten to know her and be spoiled by her. I wish that our younger cousins, Andrew and Elizabeth had gotten the time with her that Kelly and I did. Granny was a special lady. And I miss her today.