I have been lucky enough to spend the last few weeks with my amazing grandma. She is one of the most beautiful women in my life. Her passion and love for people shows in her beautiful smile and her warm eyes. Being in her presence soothes my worries and reassures me that every moment can be beautiful when approached in hope and love.
She has such a tender heart. What a wonderful few weeks it has been just watching her strong, serving hands touch the lives of all those that surround her. It has been particularly special watching her as she cares for her sweet, 101 year old mother. The way she tenderly kisses her cheek, the smile she extends her way, and the loving hands she uses to serve in any way.
The way she cares for grandma reminds me of the way a painter treats his canvas--a masterpiece in every effort and stroke. Just watching her as she folds and hangs grandma's clothes so delicately makes me appreciate even the tiniest blessings in my life. Even when she makes grandma's daily cup of hot cocoa it is as though she pours her whole heart into that one little cup.
It brings tears of gratitude to my eyes as I see her persistence, compassion, and patience in every moment. She cherishes the very simple, every day moments and has shown me what it means to love unceasingly...No matter how hard it gets...No matter what. She is there every step of the way making every mundane moment special and precious.
I will not easily forget the image of these sweet women as they walked down the hall together. My great-grandmother fixing my grandma's collar just as she would when my grandma was a little girl. They exchanged smiles and held so lovingly to each other. A bond unbreakable formed between a wonderful mother and her treasured daughter.
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