To Family

After a rather long hiatus, I am pleased to say the new website is almost completely up and running, although the things I wished to change seemed, in the end, not so important to change.  I wanted a more professional, store~front look to the boutique, but as I am not exactly website designer savvy & was hoping to avoid a big investment for a small dream I explored all my options and did what was in my power to do~~ a cosmetic makeover.

I think life can be like that. . .we harbor over things we think should be different, but in the end, realize "that " difference would not have made such a big difference after all. 

Because when what seems to big & important seems to assume "Polly" stature is when REAL LIFE  kicks in. . .

And real life kicked in for me a week ago Tuesday when my mom called to say my grandmother had been rushed to the hospital. . . and this was the beginning of a three day vigil at her bedside.  A massive stroke led to a coma which led to her unwanted yet very peaceful death. . .

This is a "Generations" photograph we took at my mom's last year.  She had the most beautiful white, glistening hair & twinkling blue eyes. . . she didn't really smile in this photo which I regret but when she did she could make a whole room full of people smile.

So this has been a sad ,sorrowful time, but also a time of reflection for what is truly important & worthwhile. . .I didn't want to make this a place for self~indulgence but I feel it would be an injustice to not note this important person in my family's history. . .

Best,

Michelle

Comments

[Tracie~My Petite Maison]

Hi Michelle,
What a beautiful photo. Your grandmother may not have smiled a huge toothed smile, but I sure can see that she is happy with that sparkle. What a nice thing to have that generations photo and all the memories you carry with you everywhere you go each day.

You are 100% correct, that little stuff doesn't matter in the end. I think it's wonderful this tribute to your grandmother.
~Tracie

[rue]

I'm so sorry about your grandmother Michelle.

I think it's wonderful that you were able to get a generation photo taken. Generations of beautiful women :)

(((hugs)))
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[Paul]

I'm very sorry, Michelle. You said it was "peaceful" so I'm glad that you had that that as some comfort.
Hugs

[Laura]

Hello Michelle,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. It is truly a blessing to have grandmother's in our lives and I'm sure you will have many memories you can pass down from her.
Laura