Comfort Flowers
Flowers are powerful when we think about it. They are given as signs of care, in happy and sad times. During a difficult time, these flowers became a beacon of love and inspiration.
Thinking of You
I sit, reflecting on the past and present. I sit, reflecting on the battles and the countless victories you won. I sit, reflecting on love and peace. I sit, reflecting on you and the impact you had on my life.
Sing a new song
Psalms 96:1
My grandmother used to hum and sing all the time. I can only imagine the songs she's singing now.
My grandmother used to hum and sing all the time. I can only imagine the songs she's singing now.
Forever Golden
Gold was always her thing. She loved jewelry and accessories. From bracelets, necklaces, ear rings, purses, shoes etc. - she loved it all. She took pride in her appearance. If you’ve ever been in her presence, just know every detail was well calculated.
Old Friends
These bears were a gift to me from my grandmother when I was born.
Those Blue Shoes
My grandmother was particular about everything. She had shoes for days. One of the last things we talked about were some blue shoes she wanted me to find. Here's one pair. There’s ten more to go.
"Heaven only knows" Oil on canvas
Clouds present this sense of peace. I spend much time looking up and admiring them. My grandmother used to describe heaven to me. It was the most beautiful place one could imagine. A place where the streets are gold and many mansions stretched as far as the eye can see. How it really is? Only the people there would know. But what I do know for sure is that beyond the clouds is a place of love and endless joy.
Her favorite Psalm
“And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! For then would I fly away, and be at rest.”
Psalms 55:6 KJV
Psalms 55:6 KJV
Store Run
My grandmother would send me to the store quite often. For years, she would have these detailed lists. Sometimes I would get home and there would be one waiting for me. She'd have the money right by it. Occasionally, I would add a honey bun to the list for myself.
Plain Goodness
On the shelf, on the kitchen table, in her purse, or in her room, a bag of these would surely be there. My grandmother loved these.
No soup No chili No worries
My grandmother just liked crackers. Even after having to go the no salt route, the unsalted ones prevailed.
Fruit Only
My grandmother loved these. I bought so much of them that the guy working at our neighborhood store automatically knew what I wanted every time I stopped by.
Her Favorite gum
My grandmother would buy at least four packs of "Juicy fruit" every store run. I can remember just chewing it for the sweet taste.
Drink mo wata
I have no idea where the Sprite obsession came from, but my grandmother drank them all the time. So much, that I would tell her that she needed to drink more water and she would get mad. (Haha)
Here's your change
|Lessons| Doing things for others shouldn't have to lead to monetary rewards. Do it for love. Do it for respect.
Message
My grandmother took her teachings seriously. The house was filled with tapes, CDs and books. "Maximize the moment" couldn't be a more perfect message right now in my life.
Praying Granny
My grandmother prayed constantly. You could not walk out the door without her saying “spread your angels around them Lord". She loved all of her grandchildren. It’s powerful to know what you are covered and that someone is always thinking of you.
Keep the faith
"Let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains"
-Hosea 6:3 NIV
-Hosea 6:3 NIV
"Proverbs 22:6"
When you get older , you realize how important some gifts were than others. My grandmother laid a foundation I can never run from .
Story Time
Life lessons learned early on. A big book filled with great stories that will never get old. My grandmother made us watch and read these stories but surprisingly, I actually liked them and still have fond memories of them.
Name Sake
My grandmother named me. Both my first and middle name hold importance . Joshua , a man of courage ,strength, faith and wisdom . Aaron was the brother of Moses. She would always say that I was special.
This little light of mine
If my grandmother had it her way, the Christmas tree would always be decorated in white and gold. She had special ornaments, from crystal to gold to glitter. And no tree is complete without an angel on top. When the light goes dark, you can depend on the angel to be that guiding light.
As we go through life
This plaque has been on our front door for years. Open, close, in and out - it's still there. Every day, we face life and the choices that come with it. Occasionally, tough situations will come. Life is like the door, things open, things close. Sometimes we walk through it, sometimes we don’t. However, we need help with how we handle those things on either side of the door. It is my prayer that knowledge, strength and understanding is provided to me in every situation.
Ode to Frank Lemon
A sweet man my family and I loved. He was family - proudly considered as my grandfather. He stood by my grandmother’s side through thick and thin. There, if anyone needed him. He was a cheerful giver and a wise soul. I hold extreme gratitude to have had him in my life. I will forever cherish his unselfishness and celebrate the time that was shared.
Thank you for everything Mr. Frank.
Thank you for everything Mr. Frank.
Mimi
Never grandma or granny - she was "Mimi". I will forever cherish her love and most importantly her strength. She overcame much in her life - the coldest soldier I know. Mimi is now an angel that rests in the hearts of many. I will fight every day of my life to be the best I can and love as hard as I can. I will do my best to make her proud and "live” as she stressed constantly. I will believe, because she did so, no matter what. I will sing a new song.
Beauty in the struggle
Life can present beautiful moments even in hard times. All things come to an end at some point. However, the thought of what was and all of the memories can make the difference.
B.I.B.L.E
"Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth"
Highlighted passages that stretched page after page. Her truth was her truth. What she knew is what she believed.
Barbara Taylor was the real deal.
Highlighted passages that stretched page after page. Her truth was her truth. What she knew is what she believed.
Barbara Taylor was the real deal.
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Yesterday - Ryan Alexander