[sylvie]

More than one person is on my mind today.

my godmother (Aunt) Irene. Miss her tremendously. She was the positive influence in my life that i needed desperately as a child, and we lost her far too soon to an aneurysm in 2000. i grew up very close to my cousins C & T (her children) who i continue to be close with to this day. ♥ A visit to her grave this week so i can leave her a gift that i am working on for her.

Also, my Memere & Pepere. Thinking of them a lot today as well, missing them very much.. i was blessed to have these wonderful grandparents for the time i did.. i learned so much from them, i cherish every bit of them i have in me.♥

And - my Nanny G. We do everything possible to bring familiarity to her days & holidays - and though she loses her memory so quickly i am beyond grateful that i get the moments to have conversations with her, even if repetitive. Her presence, her strength and her love are always there, & i spend time with her each and every day..She just turned 89 & is living with dementia. i am blessed to have her living in the nursing home i work at, so i can help with her care and be present for her. So thinking of her right now too, and happy that i can spend some Christmas time with her tomorrow, & volunteering with my Uncle..♥