It is hard to say goodbye
Last week was a very tough week for me. My grandmother passed away and she was the last grandparent that was still here with us. Now she is in heaven with my grandpa who left us 15 years ago. As I was standing in the funeral home looking at my aunts, uncles and cousins, I realized how blessed I am. Most of my relatives traveled from different states to say their goodbyes but, I didn’t have to travel very far. I lived close and got to see her often.
Spending time with my grandparents helped mold me into who I am today. They taught me how to do so much and were patient and full of love. My grandparents taught me how to paint, bake, sew, cook, drive a tractor and grow things. They taught me how to be compassionate, polite, respectful and how to laugh. They wanted me to get a good education and become someone I was proud of. They taught me how to be a mother and a wife a sister and a daughter.
As I sit here typing this I realize it is because of them I am a blogger. Their talents, love and patients grew inside me and made me want to teach others things that they shared with me. It makes me want to share things I have learned and I hope you feel that when you visit my blog. I want this to be a warm loving place where you can learn and ask question because that is how we spread love to one another.
I could talk about my grandparents all day but, the longer I type the more tears stream down my face. I will be back soon to share some tips, recipes and cookies with you. Until then, I love ya!
Hugs,
They raised an amazing woman that I’m proud to call friend. Love you.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your blog is a wonderful tribute to your grandparents who taught you so much. I’m sure they are looking down on you with pride and love.
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your Grandmother. Your Grandparents were very special people. You have honored them well with your loving words. I hope you find comfort in your memories and your loss lessens a little everyday.
My thoughts are with you as you go through your grief. Losing our loved ones is never easy – especially when you are so close and you’ve learned so much from them. I can honestly say that you are sharing their lessons very well. This is one of the first places I come to when I’m struggling with a project or cookie I’m trying to finish. I look to your lessons and ideas all the time. I have learned many things from you and always look forward to your posts. So you are doing exactly what they taught you to do – love others selflessly and teach along the way. Keeping your in my thoughts and prayers.
What sweet memories of your grandparents you have, I’m so very sorry for your loss. xo
My sincere condolences to you and your family. May God give you the strength and
courage to get through this difficult time. I absolutely love your your website and videos. You are such an inspiration!
so sorry to hear of your loss. sending hugs. I lost my grandmother 18 years ago. I miss her every day. the tears will slow. but the memories will not.
My thought and prayers are with you. I was also very close to my Grand Mother and she was grand in everyway.
I met you at the first Cookiecon and you were very patient and helpful. You are kind and special. I’m sorry for your loss and I’ll put you in my prayers!
Lisa,
Oh sweet girlie—I am sorry for the loss of your Grandma! <3 (soft hugs). I lost my Mom in April and there are no words to describe the sadness and sorrow one experiences. But I have to believe that there is a future of happiness for us all. THIS life cannot be all there is. I believe what we feel for loved ones (through life and loss) is all a part of the lesson we need to learn to be better people. You will make it through the pain, focus on the love and blessing of having them in your life! They will always be the gift you have gotten! xoxoxoxoxox Take time to grieve. We will be watching for your tips and baking, but take care of you for now. Hugs, Patti
Sorry for your loss.
I’m sooooo sorry for your loss
How sweetly put, Lisa. You are incredible and such a treasure to the cookie community. I’m sure you make your grandmother so proud. My dear condolences to you and your family.
Siento mucho tu pérdida. Un abrazo muy fuerte y muchos besos. Tus abuelos seguro que están orgullosos de ti y te observan desde el cielo.
Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful. You’re a granddaughter that would make any grandparent proud to bursting!
Oh my sweet friend….my heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. What a lovely tribute and what a blessing to have been blessed with such an amazing Grandmother. I will forever be grateful to her because without her, I never would have met you, someone I am proud to call my friend.
Love and Prayers to you Sweet Lisa,
D.J.
I’m very sad for you and know that your heart is filled with sorrow. Cherish the memories you have and always remember that your grandmother is watching over you and is so very proud of you. ((hugs))
Sorry for your loss.
What a sweet way to honor your grandparents. Being a grandmother myself, I see what the time and love invested in me and my siblings meant to mine. What a blessing to have made so many wonderful memories with your Grandmother. Prayers for you..
I am so sorry, Lisa. How blessed you are to have had such a close relationship with such loving grandparents. They have left a wonderful legacy in their granddaughter. XOXO
Sending you big hugs, honey. You were very lucky to have your grandmother with you as long as you did. But even so. it’s hard to say goodbye.
I am so sorry for your loss, just reading past blog post. Grandparents are amazing. I wish that mine had given me her recipes they were amazing, traditional cooking, cakes, pies etc and remembered everything without the recipe. Remember the good times, she is proud of you.
Regards Claire 🙂