Because She Lived
Today, I'm taking a departure from the ordinary all around. Being in a foreign country where they speak an unknown language, it's easy to get lost in time and space.
But I happened to look at a calendar and realized that today is June 12.
More than 80 years ago a woman was born on this day. Because she lived, life was given to almost 50 others. A woman whose strength was so strong she taught those around her to be strong too. A woman who sacrificed her own happiness to make due for others. A woman who cooked so well that her food was legendary.
Her name was Catherine C. Morton Smith.
She had a heart so big, it's a shame more people didn't know her. She hasn't been gone a year yet but for those of us who still ache, we owe it to her to remember who she was, how she lived and that she would want us not to hurt.
Happy Birthday Grandma.
But I happened to look at a calendar and realized that today is June 12.
More than 80 years ago a woman was born on this day. Because she lived, life was given to almost 50 others. A woman whose strength was so strong she taught those around her to be strong too. A woman who sacrificed her own happiness to make due for others. A woman who cooked so well that her food was legendary.
Her name was Catherine C. Morton Smith.
She had a heart so big, it's a shame more people didn't know her. She hasn't been gone a year yet but for those of us who still ache, we owe it to her to remember who she was, how she lived and that she would want us not to hurt.
Happy Birthday Grandma.
God bless and grant your comfort. My grandma is 91 and I can't imagine life without her.
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Thanks. We were lucky to have her for as long as we did. It's surreal that she's not here anymore. On a lighter note, I will definitely make comparisons once I get to London. But so far, Paris holds the closest similarity.
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I AM AT WORK, AND YES I AM CRYING, GIRL YOU ARE SOMETHING... GRANDMA WOULD BE PROUD OF ALL YOUR ACOMPLISHMENTS; I KNOW I AM.....
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Thanks for sharing this personal moment. I'm sure your grandmother would be very proud of your endeavors and accomplishment thus far. You are brave. Thanks again man, and keep your head up!
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Amen, Well said.
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Loislane,
Your words displayed the emotion of deepest love,gratitude and respect for Grandma. Her destiny is you. She would have been so very proud of you, as we all are!!! Thank You Love Ya Ma
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Ailene, I'm sure that your grandmother is looking upon you every moment. I didn't know her personally, but I really feel that she is definitely apart of your character. And by having the pleasure of knowing you, I also knew your grandmother. Be strong and may God continue to take you to higher heights.
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This is beautiful. Grandparents are wonderful. I know that your grandmother is proud of you. The branches to her family tree are glorious.
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That was very touching. The people that knew her were blessed to have met someone so forgiving, caring, and loving. Thank you for helping me remember Grandma, she will be missed.
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She is proud of you and so are we.
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