My Granny was the most honest, spare-no-feelings, Godly woman I have ever known. She lived her life with only one purpose,and that was to serve God and get to heaven some day. Job well done, Granny. My Granny and Poppy were like parents to me. They took me when no one else would. They cared for me, taught me, and loved me. There will never be two dearer people in this world than the two of them. They spent the last ten years apart since Poppy passed in October of 1999. Together again at last!!! I know that Granny had missed him terribly, especially after her stroke. She still needed his strength and encouragement....much like I still need hers. I love the fact that she is with him now. That makes it a little less painful. I actually envisioned Poppy waiting for her at the entrance to heaven with his arms outstretched and saying "I've missed you, Wanda." Gosh I miss them both terribly!
My Granny didn't think much about material possessions, with exception to shoes. She gave Imelda Marcos a run for her money! She had an unwavering faith that was simply astounding. Even in her darkest hour she had faith that God would deliver her. Ultimately, he did. She loved all of her great grand children, but Abigail came at a time that she needed a little one the most. She had lost her ability to work in the daycare that she so loved because of her stroke. She watched Abigail grow from the time she was in my belly. She adored Abby, and Abby adored her. It was heart breaking to see Abigail wave at her Granny for the last time, saying "up, up!" because she wanted her to wake up and play. I will tell Abby about her amazing great grandmother, and I will aspire to replicate the way she lived her life the best that I can.
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