I miss my Nanny..God it hurts!!!

Written at graduation for my Nanny...

There are so many things I must tell you; so many things I feel inside. As the years have passed us by, I find I have nothing to hide.

You have been my advisor, my Nanny and my friend. All our little differences seem to always mend.

You have sacrificed so many things to try and make me smile. You’ve made my life so much more secure and you’ve gone the extra mile.

Each day I think of growing up and how you made me feel. I knew that I was special and had found a love that was real.

You and Pap took me everywhere you went. I was a pretty cute kid. Every place that we went, I’d watch everything you did.

I was your little “turd bird.” (Something that made me proud.) I was a little spoiled and did things I wasn’t always allowed.

You took such good care of me and made sure I had it all. You always stood behind me to catch me when I’d fall.

If I made a mistake of something bothered me, you’d kiss away my fears and put a band-aid on my knee.

We did some crazy things together and you’d always make me laugh. You’d always trim my bangs and make sure I had my bath.

We took trips quite often, to Sea World and “the track”. I loved to be with you and I’d cry when I went back.

You have meant much more to me than anyone could know. Someday I will tell you, but feelings are hard to show.
You have become a big part of my life; no one can take your place.
I love you as a mother. Our memories cannot be erased.

Now more than ever, I want and need you to know, I will always love you, although it may not show.

As I move on in my life and find what lies in store, I will need your kind heart and understanding more and more.

I am very confident that you will lend a hand, for I love you dearly Grandmother (Nanny), that’s what makes you so grand.

Learning about life...

My Nan and Pap have taught me lots of things. I am so thankful to have them both growing up and the lessons I’ve learned from them are not in text books or written in print. I learned by watching them....

I've learned.... That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of your elders.

I've learned.... That when you're in love, it shows.

I've learned.... That just one person saying to me, "You've made my day!" makes my day.

I've learned.... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.
I've learned.... That being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned.... That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

I've learned.... That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way.

I've learned.... That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.

I've learned.... That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

I've learned.... That simple walks with my Pappy around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.


I've learned.... That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes. (Right, Pap?)

I've learned.... That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.

I've learned.... That money doesn't buy class.

I've learned.... That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

I've learned... That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I've learned.... That the Lord didn't do it all in one day. What makes me think I can?

I've learned.... That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

I've learned.... That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.

I've learned.... That love, not time, heals all wounds.

I've learned.... That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am.

I've learned.... That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

I've learned.... That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.

I've learned.... That life is tough, but I'm tougher. (Thanks Nanny)

I've learned.... That opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss.

I've learned.... That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

I've learned.... That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.

I've learned.... That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. (“Smile, you’re on Candid Camera.”)

I've learned.... That I can't choose how I feel, but I can choose what I do about it.

I've learned.... That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.

I've learned ... That it is best to give advice in only two circumstances; when it is requested and when it is a life threatening situation.

I've learned.... That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

I've learned.... That I have been blessed with wonderful people in my life that love me. And I love both of them, with all my heart.

Thank you Nan and Pap!!