Here is our largest family gathering at Grandma's house (Gram is in the middle of the group, wearing pink).
Every year of my life, minus one, I have spent the Christmas holiday at Gramcracker's house. All of my aunts, uncles, cousins, and our immediate family gather on Christmas eve for a giving game at Aunt Jules' house. Then, early Christmas morning, Mom, my siblings and I open our stockings at Grams before the crowd arrives for Mary's goodies, gift opening, and Turkey & fixins.
I don't know what will happen this Christmas. It won't be the same without Gram. And because she did not wish to have a viewing or a funeral service, we are all left to grieve separately, and in our own way. It is my hope that the family comes together to celebrate Gram's life in the near future. Even if she didn't want any "fuss," we need to do something to collectively remember her--to facilitate a healthy grief process and closure--for our own hearts.
Praying for strength, healing and family time during this time of loss. ~Ramona
2 comments:
Ramona and Wade!
We pray for you all as you remember and grieve the loss of your "gram-cracker." We know you have been through so very much over the last few years and want you to know you are not alone. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all!!
Tom, April And Marybeth :)
Losing a loved one such as a grandmother is always hard! We each have a special bond with family members in this life, and when one passes to the next life, it is so hard for those left behind, no matter how strong your faith is. That is what makes us humans with emotions. It is important to keep their memory alive, I couldn't agree more. When I lost my mother at 17, I just remember thinking I would always keep her alive in my life, my heart and my soul. On special holidays, I always light a candle in memory of her, and when the wind blows I believe it is her blowing me a kiss. With time, the hurt eases a bit...she will always be with you and the family she left here on this earth! I pray you find comfort in Gods love.
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