We miss you, Granny.

Everett's Granny passed away yesterday. She was a sweet, silly woman

with a certain childlike quality that told you she was enjoying every minute of life. She loved dessert, telling stories, opening gifts (I am not sure if she loved the presents or the pretty bows and paper more). She loved sitting down to a big family meal and she loved Ellie. She always called Ellie her "precious creature."

We are thankful that we got to spend some time with her over Thanksgiving. Even though she was in the hospital and not feeling well, she continued to be positive. Ellie was able to give her kisses and we were thankful just to see her. I have heard her several times in the last few years tell different members of the family how it would be okay if it was time for her to go to Heaven. It's amazing how often we (those to be left behind) need more reassurance than the person facing death. What a beautiful place she is in now. No pain. No tears. No sin... only a Savior. A Savior brilliant enough to create every good thing on earth, strong enough to sustain us while we experience it, and wise enough to know when to take us from it. If I got to peek into Heaven, I would not be surprised to see Granny wearing her martini earrings, indulging in something deliciously chocolate and telling everyone about her wonderful family. Granny, we will miss the sparkle and smiles you brought to our lives. We love you.