Friday night I got the call I have been expecting for awhile but dreaded...my grandma peacefully passed away. Surrounded by family who loved her dearly and leaving behind a wonderful 98-year legacy. So as I sit on the flight on a very early Saturday morning I am reminded what is important....your family, friends and your passion for life.
I am sad and I openly share that but I know she is in a much better place. This week I am blessed to be surrounded by all my family for which I am grateful. I truly come from an amazing family (thanks Gram)! I know this next few days will have some tears but lots of laughs. That was how we were raised.
Saturday night my Mom, Dad, Brother, Timmy and I took time to be together. I cannot remember the last time just the four of us were together. We laughed at dinner like I cannot remember ever laughing. We ourselves are blessed to have awesome families so this times was appreciated. I am so glad to have this time in Michigan with my family. Rest in Sweet Peace Grandma. This is the legacy you leave.
Your Granddaughter "Hanini" (A Maltese term of endearment used to describe someone cute). Always loved that you called us Grandkids that....
Tracy...from my iPhone in Michigan.
I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. It sounds like she was a very special lady.
Posted by: mjmarmo | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 06:42 AM
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. HUGS to all.
Posted by: Lori Batronis | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 06:50 AM
Hugs for you, and for your mama...
Posted by: Leslie Herman | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 07:00 AM
I wasn't going to comment, you know a complete stranger, giving my condolences? Then I thought, yeah a complete stranger giving my condolences...I am sorry for your loss, no matter what the reason, no matter if it was expected, it is still the loss...
Posted by: Jan | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 07:28 AM
thinking of you and your sweet family.
Posted by: angie | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 08:04 AM
So glad you have your family to be around each other for comfort and support, love you Tracy!
Posted by: sandeeNC | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 09:13 AM
Aww...sorry to hear about your beautiful grandma Tracy. So glad your family is gathered together during this difficult time.
Posted by: sue morris | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 11:15 AM
I'm so sorry to hear of your grandma's passing but, I'm so glad that your family is rallying together during this difficult time. Please accept my condolences.
Posted by: sue morris | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 11:16 AM
I'm sorry to hear about your grandmother. But how special that you could be with your dad, mom and brother to celebrate her life.
Posted by: Kathy | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 04:40 PM
Sorry to hear about your Grandma. I am glad you are surrounded by your family. Sending up a prayer for you and yours.
Posted by: Dawn Moore | Sunday, August 18, 2013 at 05:15 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss Tracy. We know we will have to deal with family deaths, we just don't want it to be now. Enjoy your time with family here. The weather has been cooler than normal, welcome back to Michigan.
Posted by: Janie | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 05:32 AM
thank you Janie ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:20 AM
Thank you Dawn ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:21 AM
very special time for us as a family Kathy. Thank you.
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:21 AM
thank you Sue
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:21 AM
thank you so much Sandee ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:21 AM
thanks friend. ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:21 AM
Jan so appreciated. We all know what it is like to love and lose. ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:22 AM
Thanks Leslie. Passing that on to her.
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:22 AM
thank you for being there friend ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:33 AM
thank you so much Jean ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 08:33 AM
Tracy...so sorry for your loss...sending hugs and prayers to you and your family
Posted by: Dorothy B. | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 09:35 AM
Oh Tracy I am so sorry! I just saw this today,haven't been keeping up this weekend.
Please let me know if I can do anything for you...and I mean that!!
I will keep you all in my prayers for comfort and strength for the time ahead. What will make it a little easier is how close your family is. So beautiful to see and hear about.
Hugs to your Mom as well...I know that your Grandma was so loved and so she will be missed greatly, but isn't that the telling sign of how much she was loved by you all!? Which is something to be celebrated!
Sending Blessings, Hugs and Love to you my Friend!
Love,
Mary
Posted by: Mary Friederichsen | Monday, August 19, 2013 at 02:17 PM
Thank you so much Dorothy!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 07:02 PM
Thanks so much Mary....she lived such a full life and we are thankful for that. She is now our guardian angel ♥
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 07:03 PM