Friday morning I had a mild cold and was informed by my employer that I wouldn't be able to work for the entire weekend. This news was very discouraging for me since we need the work to keep up with our finances. But within 2 minutes of getting that news, I got the news that my grandma who is in Utah was doing very poorly and would most likely die soon. Split second decision: I'm going to Utah today. I couldn't have taken it off work, so having a cold was a huge blessing.
My grandma passed away 24 hours after I arrived in Utah. I was able to see her, express my love and say goodbye. Another huge tender mercy was the timing of her death. Many of her grandchildren who lived far away and she hadn't seen in years were able to come and say goodbye because of the fact that they were already around for thanksgiving.
My grandma was a wonderful person. She was a model of service and love. She taught 1st grade for over 20 years. We sat and counted the people who came to visit her the day I arrived: 44. I loved her and will miss her.
I'm so grateful for the chance I had to say goodbye and be with family during this time. I know that she is in a better place with those who have died before her and I'm very grateful for that peace.
2 comments:
I'm happy you were able to talk to her face to face before she left. She loved you grandkids.
It was so great to have you and your cute little munchkins here. They helped to ease my pain of having lost my sweet mother. Thanks for your perspective and for honoring her!
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