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Wednesday, July 3

Saying Goodbye

I'm traveling to be with family today, as we all gather to say "goodbye" to my grandma.  It's bittersweet, really.  She had been struggling with her health for some time now, and though I wish I could always have her around, she's not fighting anymore.  She has peace now, and I'm thankful for that.

One of my favorite times during my childhood was when my brother and I would get to spend a couple of weeks every summer at my grandma and grandpa's house.  We LOVED being there.  They had a basement with a pool table, a pantry with all our favorite snacks, and toys galore.  We thought that place was heaven on earth.  My grandma would always make these crazy-wonderful breakfasts and we would have "tea parties" every evening with my grandpa (which just meant eating a whole bunch of ice cream with chocolate syrup!).  We would have card game marathons and watch Scooby-Doo.  They really would spoil us rotten and we loved every minute of it.  I will miss her so much, but I will hold these memories close to my heart for the rest of my life.  Every time I smell fresh baked bread I will remember being in their kitchen as the sun was rising.  Every time I see pink curlers I will remember her trips to the beauty salon and how she'd let us run our fingers through her curls and giggle.  Every time I curl up under a hand-stitched quilt I will remember her and all the love she had for us.
I love you, Grama.


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  1. AnonymousJuly 3, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    So sorry for your loss Katie!
    A lovely post... sounds like you have some wonderful memories with your Grandma and that she had some very special times with her Grand-babies.
    :)

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  2. DeeJuly 3, 2013 at 4:22 AM

    Sorry for your loss, Katie.
    (Is this the grandmother who thought Poesy should have been called Wren, instead? ;) )

    ~Dee xx

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  3. Valentina DuracinskyJuly 3, 2013 at 4:42 AM

    saying goodbye is always hard... much love...

    Valentina

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  4. UnknownJuly 3, 2013 at 4:50 AM

    She sounds just like the kind of Grandma I would like to be to my grandchildren one day!

    Best wishes
    Natalie

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  5. [eeny]July 3, 2013 at 4:58 AM

    so sad to hear.
    keeping you and your family in my thoughts today.

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  6. AnnabelleJuly 3, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    This is so darling! I really hope I will end up being like your grandma. She sounds like a wonderful person.

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  7. vintage honeybeeJuly 3, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Some of my best childhood memories where at my grandma's. We never wanted to leave. My grandma just found out that her cancer is in remission and I cried with joy. She is my last living grandparent so I cherish any time I get to be with her. I'm dorru for the loss if yours and am glad she is at peace. Xoxo

    Vintagehoneybee.blogspot.com

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  8. Chelsea FinnJuly 3, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    Im sorry that you're losing someone special in your life. Although I understand, I lost my great grandmother fairly recently and I was thankful she was at peace and wasnt trying to fight anymore.

    You will be in my thoughts <3

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  9. UnknownJuly 3, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    So sorry for your loss, Katie. Will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts. xo

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  10. Ashley ElizabethJuly 3, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    I'm sorry for your loss. Sounds like you have amazing memories to cherish!

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  11. TessaJuly 3, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Oh wow, this post brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing your memories with us. The photo and description of your grandparents' house reminds me so much of my own grandparents' place: they even had a pool table in the basement too. :)

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  12. BekahJuly 3, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    So sorry for your loss, Katie. I'll be praying for your comfort!

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  13. juni // hej juniJuly 3, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    virtual hugs for you and your family!

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  14. Martina @ snapshotsandwhatnotsJuly 3, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    I'm very sorry for you loss Katie, those are really beautiful memories to cherish

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  15. jodi inkenbrandtJuly 3, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    What beautiful memories! I'm so sorry for your loss, and hope this time with your family is precious and sweet.

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  16. Sydney @ Always Without WordsJuly 3, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    My grandmother passed away when I was 17, and I miss her every day. I had lived with her, my grandfather, and my mother my entire life, so we were all incredibly close. It was hard, and I'm terribly sorry for your loss. But, having good memories like the ones you have will help her live on.

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  17. Alexandra PettinatoJuly 3, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    So sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is so devastating. But at least you have such wonderful memories of time spent with your grandmother to cherish - and those will live forever.

    Alex from www.polkadottedpixels.com

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  18. HilJuly 3, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    :( goodbye is never easy. Praying comfort for your family.

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  19. Nataliefalls.comJuly 3, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    I hope your visit is sweet with all of your family. Your memories with her are precious...I hope I can be a cool grandma like that one day :)

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  20. Kierra MakaylaJuly 3, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Sorry for your loss. Keep those memories so close to you.

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  21. ErinJuly 3, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    What a beautiful post. I can really feel the warmth of your love for her. May she be at peace now. Much love for you!

    erinbulger.blogspot.ca

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  22. TarynJuly 3, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    wao beautiful post, it touched my heart! I found your blog today and its just to amazing!!!
    Kisses from Puerto Rico!!

    http://www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/7086281

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  23. Hanna LeiJuly 3, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I wonderful post about your memories of her. Hanna Marie

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  24. LindsayJuly 3, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Praying for you during this time!! Positive thoughts sent your way. xo

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  25. NebulainbloomJuly 3, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Oh no! Saying goodbye is never the easiest thing to do but there comes a time when we all have to do it. I'm fearing that time is also getting close for my Oma. I'm glad you have such wonderful memories to look back on. Stay strong.

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  26. Babes in ThriftlandJuly 3, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    So sorry for your loss but our consolation is always that our loved one is no longer suffering. It is so nice to hear some of your memories. I just recently lost my grandma and man she was a great lady too. My thoughts are with you!

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  27. UnknownJuly 3, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    I am sorry to hear about your loss but the good memories you have of her will ensure that a little piece of her will live on in you.

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  28. NicoleJuly 3, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    I'm so sorry about your grandma. I am glad that you have so many great memories of her. :)

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  29. AnonymousJuly 3, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    Sorry to hear of your lost Katie. Sending my thoughts and love your way!

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  30. KatieJuly 3, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    So sorry for your loss Katie.
    I am so fortunate to have one of my grandmother's living just a few minutes away from me. I will cherish the time I spend with her more than ever now.

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  31. MelissaJuly 3, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    I'll be thinking of you and your family today. The loss of a grandparent (especially one who was so special to you) is always tough.

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  32. Sara Strauss {Sincerely, Sara}July 3, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. It's wonderful that you have such great memories of her and the time you spent with her. And one day when you spoil your grandkids rotten, you can think about your own grandparents.
    ~Sara

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  33. VixJuly 3, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    Sweet Katie,

    I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your grandmother. I lost mine last September and I know the hurt it can bring.

    Even though I surrounded myself with her memories, I was so scared that her voice would be lost to me. With the time that has passed and the time that is passing, I've come to realize that her voice is as strong as ever. When I'm feeling lost and wishing she was there, I can hear her and her wisdom beside me, just as you will be able to hear yours.

    Our loved ones that have crossed over don't really ever leave. Their love turns into a star that shines ever bright above you.

    Much love and peace to you and your family during this time. <3

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  34. Christen SchmitzJuly 3, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    I'm so very sorry... I'm glad you have such wonderful memories of her.

    Christen
    http://christenlouise.blogspot.com

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  35. KelseyJuly 3, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Today is my grandmother's 87th birthday, and she's in very bad health. I know how hard that can be to watch them struggle. :( This post made me cry all over again. Your grandmother sounds like a wonderful person. <3

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  36. taraJuly 3, 2013 at 8:32 PM

    Oh I'm so sorry!! Your grandparents sound awesome! I want to have some tea parties like that!!

    Enjoy your time with her. Sorry you have to say goodbye. It's always hard.

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  37. Elizabeth ThanJuly 3, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    I'm sorry to hear that. May the strength be with your loved ones and you.

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  38. TaylorJuly 3, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my grandmother exactly a week ago today. It is so hard to accept, but at least there is no more pain and suffering. Prayers for your family! She sounds like an amazing person!

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  39. Project Perci PawsJuly 3, 2013 at 10:00 PM

    Sorry for your loss - may all those memories always warm your heart & put a smile on your face.

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  40. petal and plumeJuly 4, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    sending love and blessings to your family. thank you for sharing with us.
    xx

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  41. ohsorosieJuly 4, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    Sending a lot of love to wash away your grief. She sounds like a lovely lady :)
    Rosie x | Every Word Handwritten

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  42. MarieJuly 4, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    What beautiful words to write about your grandma... So sorry about this difficult time, I hope you find it in your heart to keep smiling. And it's always good to be able to say goodbye !
    Lots of love

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  43. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    So sorry to hear about your grandma's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate her life - I'm glad to hear that you had such wonderful memories to look back on!

    xoxo,
    Laura

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  44. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Hold on to those memories, they will see you through.

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  45. HeatherJuly 5, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    So sorry for your loss Katie. Thoughts and prayers with you and yours.

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  46. margotJuly 11, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    so sorry to hear about your loss. thinking of you and your family xoxo

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  47. JessiJuly 16, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    Such lovely memories. Praying you are able to find comfort in the legacy she left with you and your family.

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