What will it be like in a world without her?
Visits and phone calls full of laughter and joking.
Funny old stories and sweet hand holding.
Fried apple pies, oatmeal cookies, homemade rolls.
7-up punch and sweet tea ice cold.
What will it be like in a world without her?
Her constant encouragment through warm, blue eyes.
Unconditional love and tearful goodbyes.
Games of rook and rummy and music so sweet.
Banjo picking, flat footing so delightful to see.
What will it be like in a world without her?
Questions always answered with love and concern.
Selflessly giving, always eager to learn.
I’ll miss the sound of her voice, her smile, her winks,
The way her hugs lingered on, the way she loved me.
What will it be like in a world without her?
Her endurance, her joy, so patient, so wise.
My broken heart will miss her everyday of my life.
I know in heaven we’ll reunite with my sweet grandmother.
But for now I must live in a world without her.
Grandparents are an unbelievable gift from God. My Granny lived a grand 100 years but it wasn't enough for me. I wish I'd told her I loved her more, visited more, called more. If you have Grandparents living, make sure they know you love them. You wouldn't be here if not for them.
Hattie June Addison Keene
June 12th, 1911 - October 11th, 2011
See you soon, Granny. Love you forever.
6 Comments:
A lovely tribute. I could feel her warmth and caring in the pics and words you shared. She lives in you.
B.C. "new fan"
how sweet--what a loss and yet how well you share your recognition of what a gift!
My heart goes out to you & you are in my prayers.
Girllllllllllll that is beautiful. I have tears in my eyes. Prayers for you and your family.
love
Angela
Ooooo, so sorry for your loss. Your grandma was ADORABLE and heaven is celebrating her arrival. : ) I am sure you have some of the greatest memories with her... treasure them. Thanks for sharing your heart!
This touched me as my grandmother, about a year younger than yours, turns 100 early next summer. This has helped me stay in touch with how rich we are to still have her in our lives. Enjoy the blog, and LOVE the prints! Hope to get one someday. :)
Congrats on your progress, Kristen.
Duane Hespell
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