One in a million

My Nanna was one in a million. She was everything a grandmother should be, and then some. She was warm and affectionate, loving and full of life. She always had time for us. She was always welcoming and generous.

 My Nanna was one of the most creative people I know. She loved the fine arts of embroidery, cross stitch, knitting and tapestry. She would make the most intricate and life like porcelain dolls and clothe them with tiny little handmade garments. She was always creating. My Nanna was an inspiration.

I don't know anyone on earth who could make a pavlova like my Nanna! She was an incredible baker. Nothing was ever too hard for her. Sponge cakes, pavs, lamingtons.....she was a whizz in the kitchen.

Sadly, my Nanna passed away last weekend. She was 90 years old.

 I can't begin to describe how many wonderful memories I have of  the years spent with my cousins, who were like siblings, centred around the loving home of my grandparents. I am forever grateful for the love, the laughter, the fun, the camping, Christmas lunches, hand made presents, doll houses, love, care and attention that flowed so naturally out of the home and hearts of such a special family.

Remembering all the yesterdays,

The special growing years

Spent with friends and family

And shared with smiles and tears....

Remembering all the yesterdays

And knowing as we do

The love in those sweet memories

Was all wrapped up in you.

Forever in our memories

Always in our hearts

Until we meet again

We will always love you.



1923 - 2013

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