Those of you who follow me on Facebook know this has been a tough week. We were in Orlando on vacation when we heard that my Grandma Hazel was very ill and that we should get back as soon as possible. She died two days later, surrounded by her family and friends and as much love as that little room could hold.
I have always been close to my grandma and it’s hard to imagine life without her in it. I miss her already. For years she carried this old photo of the two of us in her purse. I’ll carry it now, Grandma.
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I just recently found hooked on houses & am very sorry to hear about your grandmother
Big hugs to you.
I’m so sorry for your loss Julia. I know it hurts. HUGS to you.
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Very sorry for your loss.
I also lost my grandmother earlier this year, and we were so close. I know how you feel, but at least you have such wonderful memories to last the rest of your life! I’ve been and will continue to pray for your family. Hugs to you.
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I am so sorry for this lost, I too was very close to my grandmother and have really missed her amazing spirit in my life, but her influence on my life is with me each day. Janell
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So sorry Julia. There is such a sweet love that we feel from our Grandmothers and I know that you will miss her. I hope that your wonderful memories will help you get through this tough time. You are in my prayers…….
Oh honey I’m so sorry. What a precious picture of the two of you. Now you can carry her close to your heart. Sending some prayers your way.
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So sorry about your grandma! You’ll be in our thoughts and prayers!
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Oh Julia–my heart goes out to you. I know exactly how it is to lose a beloved grandmother.
That’s a wonderful photo–such a great idea to carry it in your purse.
Here’s a hug for you,
Jennifer
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Thoughts and prayers are with you. I lost my dearest Grandma in 2005 and still carry her drivers license. Lots of hugs. Hang in there!!
I am so sorry Julia. I lost my Daddy last month and it hurts more than I can express. You have brought me such comfort by allowing an escape from my grief by visiting your wonderful blog each day. My best advice to you is to stay busy and to make each day a productive and good one in honor of your beloved Grandmother. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Love and hugs,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
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God bless you. I’m sorry for your loss! Y’all are in my prayers.
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Very sorry about your Grandma. That’s a sweet photo. She’s still with you and always will be. Be well.
I never had a grandmother to be close to Julia, so you cherish those memories. I am so sorry for your loss.
xo
LeAnn
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So sorry Julia. Glad to see you have such a wonderful momento of her.
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I am truly sorry, my Grandpa passed away July 1st he was 89 it has left a big void in my life. Now my Grandma has come to our town Valdosta Georgia to live with my Mom and Dad. She is 90. Your words touched me because when I am around her “Love fills the whole room” I am so glad you made it back before she passed away. Again I am sorry for your loss.
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It is always so hard to deal with the loss. So very sorry…
Julia I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother. It is clear you two had a special relationship and she will be missed greatly.
Thinking of you and your family,
Karla
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I’m so sorry! I lost mine also.
That is a beautiful picture.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Julia. You’re lucky to have that precious photo to remind you of your close relationship with your grandmother.
I am very sorry to hear about your grandmother. What a difficult time it is for you and your family. The wonderful thing, though, is that you were able to have a special relationship with her in your lifetime. And, I think, even though she isn’t “with us” anymore, you can still continue that relationship…just in a different way.
What a beautiful photo. Carrying it with you will be a perfect way to continue to honor and love her.
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i am very sorry for you loss. thinking about you and your family.
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Oh, I’m so sorry to hear about your Grandma. Sending you lots of hugs….
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sending you much virtual love.
xoxo,
Lindsay
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Very sorry that your Grandma passed away this week. How wonderful to be surrounded by loved ones when you die!
Grandmothers are SO special! Take one of her mixing bowls, or an apron, and use them. Think about her every time you cook. Take her old broom, dust cloths, laundry clothes pins and use them. Feel her spirit every time you clean. Great memories while doing mundane chores. { Hugs } to you.
Look not for me in shattered dreams, or in an empty shell,
Nor in a place with name carved, for I’m not there as well.
Look inside and you will see we never really part,
I’m free to go where ever I want…I dwell within your heart.
They never really leave- she will always be watching out for you. You will know when she is there…my last grandmother passed 16 years ago. The first steps are the hardest “alone” but it will lessen. The greater the love, the deeper the loss.
Prayers to you and your family- Tete
So sorry – I’m sure she was a great lady. Sincere thoughts are with you.
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So sorry to hear about your loss. Sending you hugs and hopes that your many happy memories of that wonderful lady will bring you comfort and peace.
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We become parents just to become grandparents. I heard that long ago and now that I have 7 little ones, I believe it. Your Grandma loved you and will live in your heart forever. So sweet that you will now carry the picture. I hope my grandchilden love me that much. You will be on my mind.
Julia,
So sorry for you loss. gramma’s fill a place in our lives no one else can.
I love the idea of her/your picture in your purse now but you may want to copy it first. Put the copy on your nightstand and carry copy with you. The photo will last longer and not get lost that way.
Maybe others might like a copy too.
I’m sorry for your loss of your sweet Grandma…..so sweet to carry that cute picture around and keep her close to you.
That picture is so sweet – I am sorry for you loss.
You’re very lucky to have been so close to your grandma, and for your kids to have known their great-grandma. I hope your good memories together help bolster you during this time!
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I’m so sorry for your loss!
I was eight years old and in orlando florida when we recieved the news that my great grandma Grace had passed away. What you are going through hit home for me.
I believe I WILL see my grandma again and so will you.
Hang in there.
My condolences for your loss. Thanks for sharing how special she was to you — it’s a great reminder for all of us who’ve lost loved ones to keep our memories of them alive.
Kind regards,
Abigail
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…how wonderful that you knew you were loved by her…and she knew she was loved by you…prayers and blessings … laney
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Grandma Julia. I am sure you will hold her in your heart forever. Sending my love and prayers to you .
Jenny xo
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Julia,
So sad to hear about your Grandma. I’ll be praying for you and your family.
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gentle hugs from NJ….. May your sweet grandma be a part of your heart always…..
gena
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I’m so sorry. My Nana died long ago when I was in college. I still honor her by cooking her old family favorites. She lived with us and really raised my sister, brother and myself.
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I’m sorry for your loss. I’m glad you could get back to see her one last time.
Sending you love and prayers. It’s hard to lose your granny. I loved mine more than anyone… xo xo
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My deepest sorrow for you my friend. I’m thinking of you today. Bless you.
Kate
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I’m sorry Julia. I lost my grandmother last summer and I still feel a big hole in my heart. So many precious childhood memories I cherish-all because of her!
Hey Julia,
I’m very close with my grandma too. Always will be. As will you with yours. I’m so sorry for your loss and the pain you’re feeling. Our prayers will be with you.
Tim
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GREAT picture. Look how she is looking at you! She loves you so much!
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So sorry to read about the loss of your grandma, Julia. I can tell by the photo that she was a classy lady who loved you a lot. Hugs to you and yours from Virginia.
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I’m so sorry for your loss but I’m glad you got back in time to say goodbye. You and your family are in my thoughts.
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I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandma. Obviously, she meant a lot to you. May the memories of her be always close to your heart.
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I’m so sorry for your loss, Julia. (((Hugs)))
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
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I’m so sorry for your loss ((HUGS)) xx
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I, too, miss my beloved grandmother–Baba—I keep her last photo on my fridge—in a straw hat and big pearl earrings at 91. I was so close to her, it’s been 5 yrs and I still remember the last time I nuzzled in her arms–a few weeks before we lost her. She held me as one holds a child –I can still feel her sweet arms around me.
May God comfort you with your beautiful memories,
Carol
So sorry to hear that, Julia. It is a wonderful experience you had being close to your grandma. I never had that experience and lots of people don’t. I have a friend who was a wonderful mom, and yet one of her daughters is keeping her from her two granddaughters. My friend took care of them for 4 years while her daughter worked, then the daughter came to resent the closeness she had with the girls and now keeps her from them as much as she possibly can. It really is hurting the girls and my friend terribly. So, you were blessed with having that experience, and I hope soon my friend and her grandkids do too.
I feel for you Julia, you will always love her and she you, it doesn’t just stop.
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Hi Julia,
She sounds like a very special and loving lady!
My best to you and your family, -susan
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From one Grandma’s girl to another… I’m very sorry for your loss. <>
Hugs!
I am so sorry for the loss of your grandma. I too lost my special grandma years ago. She was one of the sweetest people I ever met. I was really close to my grandma and we talked lots. I will miss her always.
Julia , I’m so sorry about your Grandma. You can even see her love for you in the photo. So sweet.
So sorry for your loss Julia, it’s hard to live a new reality, but remember your grandmother lives through you and your children, her legacy lives in you, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
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I’m very sorry for your loss, Julia. I was very close with my grandmother as well. She just passed away in March of this year. I feel extremely lucky that I had such a wonderful relationship with her.
Grandma’s are special. Cherish your memories. ♥
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I am sorry to hear about your grandma. Special people in our lives are tough to lose. ~Hugs~
Julia, I’m so sorry for your loss. Rest assured that many prayers are headed your way! Families are such a precious gift, and it sounds like you are blessed with a great one!
Julia ~ I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the heartache when I lost my Nana a few years ago and I can imagine the “hurt.” I pray God offers you a great amount of comfort and peace!! You’re in my prayers.
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Julia–sending you blessings in this tender time. I love the way Vanessa Redgrave phrased it when speaking of her feelings around the recent loss of her sister, son, and daughter. She said “it’s grief and glory. We are in grief, but we celebrate the glory of their lives.” May you have peace through your grief and glory of your beloved Grandma Hazel.
Oh, Julia, I’m so sorry for your loss. The photograph is beautiful.
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Julia–So sorry to hear about your grandmother. I felt the same way about mine. Will pray for you and your family.
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“For years she carried this old photo of the two of us in her purse. I’ll carry it now, Grandma.” If that isn’t the sweetest sentence I have ever read, in all my days, I don’t know what is, and I’m going to make it a point to carry not only pictures of my grandchildren when they come, but pictures of my grandchildren with me. Blessings on you and your family during this difficult season of loss and grief. May your memories comfort you and your family surround you in the coming days. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Julia, I am so sorry for your loss and hope you’re doing okay. Huge hug and am thinking of you,
Lauren
Julia, i am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your grandma. I remember how lost i felt when i lost my grandma….and how, years later, i still treasure the tattered photo of her and i baking in the kitchen. I hope that you will find great joy in your memories of your beloved grandma…
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I lost both my grandmothers years ago – one when I was just a little girl and the other when I was in high school. The latter was a huge part of my life and I still miss her today. You never get over it completely but we’re so lucky to have had them in our lives!
I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
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So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts.
Julia, anyone that reads my blog knows that my grandmothers were my very best friends. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers are going up. {{{Hugs, friend}}}
xoxo Pattie
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I’m so so very sorry for your loss.
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What a beautiful photo. I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandma. ((hugs)) My Memaw has been gone for over 4 years now and I still miss her every single day.
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I am so sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hang in there and cry if you need to cry. She was your grandma who you loved dearly and she will be missed. Time heals all pain. Hang in there.
I’m so sorry, Julia. I lost my Mom, and a 30 year old nephew in the space of 5 months…
it’s hard when life is usually so carefree…and then you’re faced with a loss of this magnitude…it brings everything into focus in a different sort of lens.
Barbara
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My condolences for the loss of your grandmother.
What a loving, tender picture of the two of you and you will treasure it now and keep it close.
I still miss my grandmother, whom I was named for, even after 30 years have passed. I keep a picture out of her so my girls and now my granddaughter would know who she was, there are stories of course, and I keep her small, silver religious icon next to my bed.
Your grandmother will always be with you; in your heart and soul. Blessings.
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That photo is more than special. When my grandpa died, I was very young but the only photo in his wallet was of me and my young scribble saying “To the best Grandpa in the world! Love, Becky” That meant so very much to me and still gets me all misty thinking about it. Your Grandma will always and forever be with you…..without a doubt…
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. What a very sad time for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss, it’s a beautiful picture.
Julia-Grandmothers can hold such a special spot in the heart and life of a child. It spans time and crosses generations. You evidently were one of the lucky ones who gets to know that bond. I was too. My prayers are with you and your family. I know your grandmother is proud that you will be carrying on the picture and the traditions.
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I’m so very sorry Julia. My parents both recently passed away, so I know what grief feels like. I wish you gentle healing.
Julia,
I see you have received lots of well wishes. I still want to add mine.
It is always so hard to lose someone you love, but of course we know the love lives on.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Lynn
Julia, you and your family are in my thoughts.
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear about your grandma, Julia. My heart goes out to you.
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So sorry for your loss Julia. You must have a lot of wonderful memories that will keep her close to your heart.
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Ahhhh *hugs* We recently lost my husband’s grandmother and I still miss her. *hugs*
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Julia, Such a warm and sweet photo. I am so sorry to haear of your beloved grandmothers passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers…. Nadia
Hi Julia sorry this is a bit late – I am sad for your loss the love of Grandparents is unique and the loss is very painful…..My prayers are with you and your family…. Regards Esther from Sydney…..
My condolences on the loss of your grandmother. How wonderful for you that your own children were able to know her. Peace.
My sincere condolences.
The old photo is beautiful and I know you will keep it close at hand.
My Grandmother is 96 and I also know her time is close so I have been trying to spend as mush time as possible with her.
Sending you prayers and hugs.
I’m sorry for your loss. I’m glad that you all could send her off with so much love.
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Julia I am so sorry for your loss, I will be praying for you and your family as you go through this difficult time. It’s a blessing that your whole family could be together even though it was for difficult reasons.
Nancy xo
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Relationships with our grandmothers can be the greatest gifts! My heart aches for yours as I remember how lost I was when my grandmother first passed on. You’ll find she is still very present in everything you do. And don’t be afraid to have a conversation with her here and there – she’s still listening! Blessings to your family.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Having a close relationship with a grandmother is a special thing. My Gram was my best friend growing up – she’s been gone almost 9 years and I miss her every day, but we still see each other in my dreams.
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Julia,
So sorry to hear about your Grandma. I had a very special relationship with my Granny, too. I think of her every day. She as been gone now for almost 8 yrs. I understand what you are going through.
Robin
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Julia, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Grandma, it’s never an easy thing to lose anyone we love dearly. Today was the first day I found your blog but I just had to reach out and offer my condolences.
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Julia, I’m so sorry. Wish I could wave a magic wand and make you feel better. I’ll be thinking about you and will keep you and your family in my prayers, starting this evening. So glad you have that sweet photo of the two of you.
Hugs,
Susan
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I lost my Grandmother 20 years ago. I saw her twice a week, and she taught me so much. Right before she died I had mailed her a newspaper article about myself in which I had credited her with some of my success. Later my Grandpa gave me the letter and I have it still. Cherish your wonderful memories they will see you through.
so sorry to hear about your granmother
I was very close to my granmother and I understand how sad you feel
What a lovely picture, it is good that you have it now as she treasured it
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. It is always so hard to say goodbye to a close family member. May she rest in peace and you find comfort in memories.
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Oh, Julia. I am so sorry about your Grandmother. My heart goes out to you. Trust that she is now watching over you and if you need anything, all you need to do is call on her and she will help you… Take care.
Best regards and deepest condolences,
Gloria
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I have been in the IT world for about 20 years and the one thing that I find great about the internet is the fact it allows so many of us to be a community. This loss of your Grandmother is felt by all of us your extended friends, family and fellow hooked on housers.. Much love, prayers and support…
I am so sorry for your loss. May the beautiful memories you share with her bring you comfort. You will always have her in your heart. Thanks for your wonderful blog.
Brenda
I know how much it hurts. I lost my grandma too. My thoughts are with you.
I am so sorry for your lost. I can feel what you feel.
I lost my grandma 2 weeks before. She is the most important person in my life. I still feel her warm touch.
Grandma is the most beautiful person in the world. Her love will continue to last forever in our heart!
Granddughter Blue Blue. Hong Kong.
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