It's very bittersweet. She will be greatly missed, but she has been ready to leave this world for a better place for a while now.
My family is at peace and has said our goodbyes. Sibley and I actually made a trip down last week while she was out sick from daycare but still feeling well enough to smile and play. I had a moment with Grandma by myself and told her I loved her and that we were ok with her leaving us. She really and truly has missed my grandfather so incredibly much the past seven years, but I'm so extremely glad she stayed around long enough to meet Sibley and spend some time with her.
She was a very strong, smart, and stubborn woman (and I say that with love). She taught high school English and taught me everything I know about grammar. She would bring real grade books and seating charts home for me to play school with, and would even let me rearrange all the desks in her classroom some Saturdays so my dolls could learn.
I have many, many wonderful memories of her, and I'm very blessed to have had her in my life for 33 years.
It's always sad to lose a loved one, no matter how prepared you are. I know she's in a better place and is reunited with her sweetheart, but prayers for comfort for my family are appreciated.
My dad is the youngest of two, and he lost his mom today, on his 59th birthday. A friend told me today that hospice patients are finally in peace on their most peaceful of days. The irony is not lost on me, and I hope my dad can take comfort in that.
Peace and love to you, Grandma. Give Grandpa a big hug from all of us, too.
