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Who do YOU look up to?
My daughter wrote this for her english class. The subject was people that we look up to I thought she did a really great job and wanted to share it with you all. I hope you like it as much as I did! ------------ I was about 7 when my parents found each other. it was just my mom, my brother and I for years until they met. They both worked at the same place. They fell in love the moment they met. And two weeks later they were engaged. Some say it was love at first sight. I say it was fate. I call it fate because not only did it make my mom happy to know that she had finally found her soulmate, but beacuse it introduced me to one of the most beautiful and remarkable woman I have ever met. My grandma, Cynthia Melton.
She was the center of my new family and always found a way to bring us all together under one roof. Holidays were just another excuse to reunite the family. Everyone always got birthday cards from her, blood relatives or not with the sginature "LOVE YOU MORE THAN LIFE." Those that didn't know her could tell that she was a kind woman because she never left the house without a smile on her face. And to her, there was no such thign as a stranger. She helped everybody and talked to just about everyone. She considered most of Porterville to be part of the family no matter who they were. My grandma enjoyed having all the grandkis around. She would do anything for us matter what the situation was. Not a day went by that we didn't see her or get a call from her. Some days she would call just to let us know that she "LOVED US MORE THAN LIFE" and missed us. She spoiled us all, if our parents liked it or not. Never in my life have I met a woman like her. She taught me to never take things for granted, and to enjoy every moment of life. Also that just a simple smile to someone you walk by could make that person's day. Her impact on others as well as myself has lead me to establish a solid outlook on life and it's journeys. The day my grandma drove off to the hospital no one would have ever thougth that was going to be the last goodbye said to her. All the days and hours spent by her bedside praying and hoping she'd wake up were worth every moment. She was worth everything in this world. When we finally came to realize she wasn't coming back to us and that God had other plans for her, we said our real goodbyes. The last thing we would ever say to her. The last time we would ever see her. It's only been a little over a month since she passed away. I can stlll hear her inside my head telling me what's right from wrong. My grandma will always be in my heart as the most respectable woman I've ever known. If I could just talk to her one more time I'd say thanks for everything she's done for this family and for me. So in conclusion to my grandma coming into my life I would have to say that she's changed me as a person. She's taught me to be a friendly and outgoing person just as herself. 11 comments from 6 users
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posted by
lovedby2cs
on Dec 12, 2007 at 10:22 PM
Wow. I'm at a loss for words. She wrote that oh so beautifully. Tell her to be proud for having a great in-sight. You be proud too.
posted by
twinkie
on Dec 12, 2007 at 10:26 PM
I am very proud, thank you! My mother in law would have been crying right now because she would have been moved by her words. Her loss truly has been hard to deal with especially for my husband because she was a great mom. But it's also been hard for my kids because she was an awesome gramma. We all miss her more and more each day.
posted by
twinkie
on Dec 12, 2007 at 10:48 PM
Jackie you're an awesome person. Quit beating up on yourself! LIFE SUCKS sometimes but that's ok. It's life, right?
posted by
an1ok1joe
on Dec 12, 2007 at 10:53 PM
That was wonderful considering how close the time of her Gramma's death. It's still fresh to her. Kids see more than we think sometimes, that's amazing.
posted by
lovedby2cs
on Dec 12, 2007 at 11:00 PM
I think what I was trying to say but didn't, was yes life sucks, but my problems, while they can be overwhelming at times, are nothing compared to the loss of someone we love very much. And I also need to remember that I am not the only person in this world and the world doesn't revolve around me. My probelms will work themselves out. But when someone passes away, That's for keeps. We get one shot at life and i don't want to blow the second half....
posted by
twinkie
on Dec 12, 2007 at 11:20 PM
I don't know what I was trying to say. ha. I'm tired. Anyways, I always appreciate your comments so THANK YOU! Joe, thank you. I think that writing was part of her outlet to help her cope, yah know? Like mother like daughter, right? posted by
an1ok1joe
on Dec 12, 2007 at 11:24 PM
I thought like mother like daughter right away,...ahhh she's a sweet girl too like mom. I'm tired too shoping for a kid is hell! Santa brought someone a PSP. IT was that or a PS2 Why a PS2 why not a PS3? kids, go figure,..night all.
posted by
Grampsdon
on Dec 13, 2007 at 11:00 AM
Twinkie, That is very sweet. It sounds as if Gramma was a very special lady. You all are blessed to have had her in your lives, and to have had that much positive effect on you all.
posted by
NoelEmmett
on Dec 13, 2007 at 02:00 PM
Hi Norma, I think this story would make an onion cry. I think God has a plan for us all and this special woman is in a good place in heaven. It is amazing how mature your daughter writes, I bet she got an A+... Her description of her grandmother couldn't be closer than the description my mother's grandchildren and family would say about her. I can't imagine how tremendous the lose of such a great person has recently impacted your family. My Mom Connie recently survived breast cancer and your daughters story immediately put me into reality. I can assure you that it has helped me. Please thank her and tell her that she did a great job and that many people obviously think so. The pain your husband is in has to be unmeasurable. I am praying that he knows she is in a rejoiceful place. God bless your family... Noel Emmett posted by
twinkie
on Dec 16, 2007 at 05:24 PM
Thank you Gramps and Noel. That means a lot to me. I'll be sure to let her read your comments!
posted by
makazeminion
on Dec 18, 2007 at 06:37 AM
Wow. Your daughter is an incredible writer and really shows what a wonderful woman her grandmother was.
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