Sunday, November 16, 2008

Beloved Mimi



Well, when I said I was going to try and post more often this was not the kind of a post I was thinking about. I had in mind pretty photos of completed Christmas projects, news about the shoppe, or maybe even some favorite holiday recipes. It never occurred to me, at least not consciously, that I would be writing about the passing of my beloved grandmother. Although let's face it, at 92 years of age I knew full well this day was coming. Of course I'm devastated by the loss. This was the matriarch of our family and her presence will be missed beyond words. But my grandmother, Mimi, as we affectionately called her, lived a long and healthy 92 years. In the end, it was Alzheimer's and a tired body that claimed her. She died in her sleep surrounded by love on Thursday morning. I take great comfort in knowing that death is not the end and that love knows no bounds. She is in my heart. She is in my memories.

On Saturday I leave for Virginia where all the family will be gathered to celebrate the life of Mimi. She leaves behind 3 children, 8 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and a lifetime of love that bind us all.

Note: I drafted this on Sunday morning and then put it aside so that I could gather some photos of my grandmother. I am sad to say that I have very few and the ones I do have are profiles that don't show her face. I'm sure I'll come home with a collection of wonderful photos after the services that I can share with you later. In the meantime, these heartfelt words will have to do.



On a lighter note, and while I'm on the subject of love, I'd like to thank my husband for being such a rock during this difficult time. You are my best friend, my anchor in the storm, and I am grateful for your enormous shoulders and endless supply of hugs! Happy anniversary Clement. I love you BIG!

6 comments:

Andrea said...

Hi Molly~ I am so sorry to hear about your loss!Sounds like she lived a long life and thats a good thing. Hugs! Andrea

Leah C said...

My deepest sympathies, Molly. Sad news, but sweet words, about your beloved grandmother. It sounds like she spent a lifetime loving & being loved...doesn't get much better than that.

Ulla said...

Oh sweetie, so sorry about your grandmother, I know that hurts... happy that you can count blessings - life is such a roller coaster. Hugs to you and yours!

Anonymous said...

Surely your grandma knew how how much she was loved. Sending wished and healing thought to you and your family Molly.
Donna

Tracie~MyPetiteMaison said...

Hi Molly,
I'm sorry to hear about your grandmother's passing. How blessed you are to have had her in your life for many years.

And yes, husband's that are our rocks... what a wonderful thing.

I'm sure you'll find a photo soon, just when the time's right for you.
~Tracie

Jeanne Oliver said...

I hope you come home with sweet pictures. So sorry to hear about your loss. It doesn't matter how long we have people we love...they always leave too soon.