My Mother contacted me rather frantically on Saturday morning. She explained that she had searched google on a gut feeling, (she does this from time to time, her intuition is on point). She had found an obituary in one of the local papers. It was for Paul's Grandmother.
So, to that end I am writing.
First, Jeannette, you were always so kind to me, taking me in as your own granddaughter in 2002 when I was just Paul's roommate. You invited me to come to Thanksgiving dinner. It was a typical Polish Thanksgiving, there was turkey, 'craut, kilbaska, football, and a house full of teenages and young adults. There was no music, but there was plenty of sound.
I was not well recieved by everyone there; but that was mostly due to teenage cliques formed by the cousins. I was made to feel welcomed by Jeannette and Frank, who asked me about my story, who I was and where I was going in my life.
By Christmas of that year, they had bought myself and my daughter Christmas presents, and taken me in as family.
When all of us got together on holidays, we'd talk about old stories, how Detroit used to be, what Paul was like as a child. Easter of 2005 I was very ill after having Evan, and she happily held the baby and made sure I sat and got rest.
She was the matriarch of the family, and as such did all of the planning for get togethers.
I was shocked and saddened to hear this wonderful human being had moved on from this plane of existence. I am very sad I will not have a chance to mourn her passing with the people I considered family. But I know it wouldn't be right.
I sent flowers and a card, because that's what you do.
My dear former and always family:
I love you, I hope some peace can be found in the fact that Sweetheart is no longer suffering. You are all beautiful people, and I see aspects of her in each and every one of you. As you go on in this new chapter, know my heart is with you, just as it always has been. I am deeply sorry for your loss, and I hope someday I see you all again.
Goodnight, Sweetheart. Rest well. We all look forward to seeing you again. <3
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