I’m heartbroken.  I received the saddest news last night.  My grandma, who raised me like I was her own daughter, had passed away.  She was 106.  I am very sad that I couldn’t see her one last time.  I had made plans to visit her in a few weeks.  Unfortunately, it’s not soon enough.

Even though my grandma was illiterate, she was a very accomplished successful entrepreneur.  She was always positive and optimistic.  She taught me a lot.  Not only did she teach me how to walk and talk, she also taught me how to drink coffee at 4 (that  explains why I refused to nap as a kid), and gamble at 5 (got that out of my system at a very young age!).  The greatest lesson she had ever taught me was how to become an independent woman.  For that I will always thank her.  She was my hero, my ultimate Mama.  I love you Grandma and I will miss you.

6 Comments

  1. [hand on heart] my deepest sympathy. It sounds like you’re quite blessed — having a woman…mentor…and strong-hold in your life for that long. You’re her legacy, and it shows.

  2. so sorry to hear about loss of your grandmother. My sympathies to you and your family.

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