Hi Friends – This is a different post than any other post I’ve written before. Since I started the blog last summer, I’ve focused mostly on fashion, and sometimes beauty, travel, and other light-hearted and fun topics.
I’ve heard this is one of the reasons people can find social media discouraging. Individuals tend to post about happy things and ignore trials and tribulations, making their lives appear “perfect.” While this may be the goal for a few, I think others just don’t want to sadden others or come of as being a whiner/complainer. I feel like I should be honest…I shouldn’t only be posting about the weddings or parties I’ve been attending when there’s more to share.
This week, Chris’s grandma, Virginia, passed away. We arrived yesterday in New Jersey to be with family and attend the viewing. Today, we’re attending her funeral.
So far, this trip has been full of tears, but also laughter. Our family has been mourning Grandma Virgina’s loss, but also recounting funny and happy stories. Although this has been a sad time, it’s also been a chance for family and friends to come together. I’ve had the opportunity to meet some extended family members I’ve never met before.
Grandma Virginia was the sweetest lady. She made an impression on my friends at our wedding, and instantly bonded with my mom and sister. She fiercely loved her family, her friends, her church, her dogs, and fashion. She hated flowers because she was allergic to them.
Even though Chris and I did not see her very often due to distance, she kept us in her thoughts and prayers everyday. Chris’s mom told us yesterday – Grandma Virginia had been asking about our trip to Paris and the wedding we went to. “When’s the wedding?” she asked. Chris’s mom puzzledly answered that she was at our wedding and it was over a year ago. “I know that. I’m not that far gone yet! I’m talking about their friends’ wedding!” Grandma said.
I wish we got to spend more time with her, but I will always remember what I learned from her. Further your education and be a strong and independent woman. We will miss her. Que en paz descanse.
