Today I was told that my Grandma Jean died on Tuesday. The last time the boys and I saw her was about a month ago. She had been in bed depending on oxygen and not doing much for herself ,but she wanted to come out on her couch to visit with us. I didn't know that would be the last time I would see her. She is not my real Grandma, but I lived next to her when I was first born and I have always kept in touch with her and always called her Grandma. I didn't know her middle name was Julia until I read her obituary....what a pretty name. The things I will miss so much about her are.......her hugs, smile, soft skin, her love for makeup and nail polish, her red hair, she was the best homemade macaroni and cheese maker ever, her love and kindness for children, the love she had for the boys and I, how welcoming she was when I would stop by to see her, pink "pepto" candies and orange slices ready to hand out, updated on "Days of Our Lives", hearing memories she had of me when I was little, and her telling me that she loves me. I always felt safe and happy when around her. Grandma Jean was one of my favorite people in the world, I am going to miss her so much. Another thing I remember is the picture of Christ she had hanging in her living room. I think that was my first exposure to anything like that....she had the same picture hanging my entire life.....I loved to visit her and know it would always be there too! What a great lady, I am so blessed to have had her in my life for all these years! I am betting that she is in heaven now with her sweet eternal companion having a wonderful time! That brings me joy : )
