Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Please.

 Park City, Utah. Fall 2010.

It is days like today that I wish we didn't live in Boston.  My wonderful 84 year-old grandmother received some terrible health news this afternoon, news that will unfortunately be what will take her from this life.  I wish nothing more than to be in her living room, sitting next to her as I watch her skillful fingers work on her intricate needlepoint.  I'd grab a Dr Pepper for her and a Coke for me and we'd catch up on all that is going on in our lives.  She'd fill me in on the latest ward drama. I'd fill her in on my excitement and fear of becoming a new mom.  She'd tell me about raising her 5 children all while teaching home economics.  I'd ask her to remind me how to do a stitch in my very basic cross-stitch and that I still want her to teach me to knit.  She'd say, "Oh, it's so easy" and happily direct me to her bin of yarn.  I'd rummage through her yarn thinking how I wish I knew half of all that she knows about 'keeping a home.'  And I'd think how happy I am to have her in my life.   

She is my grandmother.  And she is my friend.  I am not ready to let her go.  Please, let her be around long enough to meet her first great-grand baby.

Please.

13 comments:

  1. I'm so sorry. Being away from family is so hard. When life's events both the beginnings and the endings start to really mean something to you as an adult it's so hard to be away from those you want to love and share them with. I'll be thinking about your family and wishing the best for your grandma. May she be here long enough to see your babe.

    The photo you used is absolutely breath-taking.

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  2. I'm so sorry for you to hear such news. It's terribly difficult to be away from family at such a time. Payers and positive thoughts for you and your family.

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  3. Oh my gosh I am so sorry. That must be so tough living far away from her. I really hope she pulls through and sticks around long enough to meet your beautiful baby. You and your grandmother are in my thoughts. xoxo.

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  4. oh no, so sorry to read this. praying that she will get to meet your baby!

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  5. I know how you feel... We missed saying goodbye to Eddie's grandmother last week, and she never got to meet her only girl since 1983. It is heartbreaking to be away, and even worse to be dealing with the sad news away from family. So sorry to hear Bri. :(

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  6. oh, this breaks my heart. Sorry about this Briana. Hoping that your time with your sweet Grandmother only adds to your wonderful memories. Sounds like such a special special relationship. Thank you for painting such a beautiful picture here girl. Love to you.

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  7. I am so sorry. It is so hard being far away at times like these, I know :(

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  8. So sorry to hear you can't be with her. It's wonderful that you have such fond memories. Hoping those will bring you some comfort in this difficult time. Thanks for sharing your pic for the Shades of Autumn Challenge. Thinking of you...

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  9. I'm so sorry, it's hard to be away from family at the best of times.

    Many hugs to you, and thank you for sharing your photo with the Shades of Autumn Challenge, it's beautiful.

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  10. How heartbreaking! I received word last week that my grandfather has weeks to live so I can certainly relate to what you're going through at the moment. Unfortunately, my grandfather (and my entire family, for that matter) lives 4,000+ miles away in Hawaii. I'm definitely grateful for my short visit with him a few weeks ago, but it kills me to think that that was the last time I'll ever see him. Sending hugs and praying for you.

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  11. Fantastic shots! First time here. Love your space.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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