Dear Granny,

Thank you so much for all your tender loving care, because of you I learned the value of unconditional

Love. You taught with a firm yet loving hand,

Your love was always there. You were so grand.

Mother taught me to be a lady, but thank you for teaching me the values of being a woman.

I remember when 

I stayed the night 

And in the morning 

You would always ask 

What our favorite 

Place to eat was 

And I'd always say

McDonald's 

Then after food 

We would go

To a movie 

I remember when 

We had to move 

You to an 

Assisted living place 

I remember when 

You used to 

Remember me 

I hate that you left me here alone

To fend for myself. 

You took my bravery with your last breath 

Leaving me a coward unable to leave the uneasy chains

I find myself caught up in. 

You tore my heart, and stole my words for too long. 

I love you still, I always will.

My soulmate, my partner, my confidante, lover and best friend

I'm empty without you. The chasm opened can never be filled, and I await the day we will be reunited.

You were braver than I ever thought, and I am comforted knowing those last moments you were in your father's embrace. I cannot imagine the fear, the regret, the pain. Watching your world crumble in fire and ashes. It was the reading come to life. I guess the gypsy was right. I am profoundly sad without you and keep your memory alive. You were my everything. You walked on sunshine and laughed with wholehearted glee. You juggled my heart when you tossed those flaming batons high in the air, cycling your unicycle in the drive. Road trips, whispered promises never to be fulfilled, but I hold you close. You are always near, so watch over me, protect me and wait for me. 

All my love always.