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In Memory of
Grace C.
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1923 - 2015
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Aunt Gracie

I have been so lucky and blessed to have Aunt Gracie as my "Fairy Godmother" for almost 60 years.  
To describe her I would say kind, warm, spiritual, and generous.  She was always happy and greatful.
 Whenever we had a family party, we had to clear the date with Aunt Gracie first because her social calendar was so full.  I remember telling her I culdn't wait until I was 70, 75, or 80 because it sounded like so much fun.

A few months ago I gve her some towels that said:  Live, Laugh, and Love.  When I saw them, I though of her:      Gracie lived in the moment, laughed often, and loved unconditionally.

At Thaksgivng we were all assembled an my brother asked us to close our eyes and meditte for a few minutes wth a mantra -  Sukino Bhavatu.  Aunt Gracie, Uncle Joe, and my parents were at the far end of the table.  I'm not sure what they heard, but when we were fnished, Aunt Gracie said she kept repeating - "Shafer and a Bar-B-Que".

In July, I went the bank with Aunt Gracie.  The bank employees hugged and greeted her by name.  Before she moved the mailman left his cell phone number so she could say goodbye.  The nighbors threw a farewell party for her andUncle Joe.  At the doctor's office, the dctor and staff hugged and kissed them goodbye.  I this day and age I didn't think this still happened - but you proved me wrong.

You have been such a big presence in my life, and in the lives of everyone here.

After reflecting on your life, I wold like to emulate many of your behaviors.  But Bill, I'm not going to pour your coffee.

Even though I miss you, I know that you are in a better place.  You are finally meeting Saint Theresa.

Thank you for all the love and kindness you have shown.

(Can everyone please say this with me)

I love you to pieces mice's.

Posted by Kathy
Friday September 11, 2015 at 10:58 am
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