My beautiful nonna

 

We thought of you with love today,
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday
And days before that, too.
We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.
Now all we have are memories
And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake
With which we’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
We have you in our heart.
  - Rose M. De Leon


Rest in peace my beautiful nonna. My family and I always knew we had the best mother and grandmother in you. You gave us so many wonderful memories from childhood into adulthood. Every moment spent with you was memorable and special. We were always blessed to love you and be loved by you.


















For the next few weeks, I won't post any blog posts. I'll be back and see you at the end of the month.
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Comments

  1. Polyester Princess02 October, 2024

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Jess. What a lovely tribute to your nonna! xxx

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  2. Sheila05 October, 2024

    Oh, honey, I'm so sorry to hear of your Nonna's passing. <3 You're so lucky to have had so much time with her, and to have all these photos! I know you will treasure them forever. Take care of yourself.

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    1. Suzy18 January, 2025

      Yes I'm so luckly to have had 30 years with her. X

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  3. Vix06 October, 2024

    I'm so sorry to hear of your lovely Nonna's passing. Sending you and your family lots of love. xxx

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