On the morning of February 8th I received a call from my dad that his mom had passed away. I was in the process of getting the kids out the door when he called. Grandma Julie lived to be 92 years old. The last 10+ years she battled Alzheimer's and it was her time long ago. I was thankful but sad for my dad. I know that she is free from her physical limitations. I know that I will see her again someday and tell her all about my kids and wonderful husband.
My Aunt Karyn held a wake at her home for grandma on Feb 25th. It was a 4 day trip and had to leave Bryan with the kids. Since my brother was already in Arizona working, I hitched a ride with my parents.
When we turned the corner to their home, these signs were the first thing we saw. It was beautiful. We spent the next few days catching up and reminiscing about grandma.
Grandma's wishes were to be cremated and her ashes spread somewhere. I don't know if that will happen but they did get a small urn for her.
We toasted to her, had a drink with her, ate dinner with her... It was rather silly but that's us Tanners!
The morning of the wake I went with my Uncle Rex to hike the mountain by their home. I needed it. It was breath-taking to see the whole valley from atop.
I learned a lot about Grandma Julie, some I remember from before, a lot that was new. She owned a beauty shop...
She was an artist....
She had her own place... "Julie's Snack Bar"
She loved to sing and dance. She was the life of the party and great at everything she did. At least that is how I see her! (I wasn't her kid!!) She was an amazing woman and had to go through a lot in her life.
I miss her so much. I know I will see her again someday.
"God Be With You Till We Meet Again"
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