05/25/2026
I knew one day I’d have to find the words to say goodbye to you, but even now, the words still escape me.
Despite all our ups and downs through the years (and I’ll blame the fact that we were both equally stubborn 😅) you were always my constant. My rock. My biggest advocate.
Because of you, I love old movies and musicals. I know how to sew, how to cook, and how to get stains out of just about anything. You taught me how to be a good friend, how to stand on my own two feet, and how to speak my mind even when the people around me don’t agree. You showed me how to love my girls fiercely no matter what, and how to love my husband through both the beautiful seasons and the hard ones.
You were such a wonderful grandmother to Charlotte, and I’ll always be angry that your health stole that same experience from you and Freya. The years you looked forward to most were unfairly taken from you. But now you’re free. Reunited with your parents, your brother, your friends, Ron, and most importantly, Dad.
The reality of you no longer being here physically is going to feel so strange. But I also know I’ll never truly be without you. I’ll find you in flowers, in cups of coffee, in the color red, and in quiet moments throughout my motherhood journey and beyond.
I love you, Mom. I’m so grateful you’re finally free. Give Dad a hug and a kiss from me. ❤️
