Well today we said goodbye to our Norma. Norma was the grandmother to the Papi side cousins, Michelle and Jason, but was also my grandma Doris' best friend. So needless to say, she has ALWAYS been present in mine and my sisters' lives, and has been just like another grandmother to us. Every holiday came with a little gift to us, and as we got older and started having children, Norma would always have a special gift for our kids on the holidays. Her presence will be especially be missed at grandma's on Sundays when we don't see her in her same little spot on the red couch anymore. Her sweetness, gentleness, patience and love left an indelible impression on my life and heart and she will forever be remembered for these qualities and the fruit of the spirit which lived so evidently in her heart. Her funeral was such a special tribute to her life and her relationships with all of us. A couple times during her eulogy it was mentioned that Norma loved watching Hannah and my sisters' children playing and growing up. The feeling was mutual Norma and all of our kids loved you so much. In fact, as I was saying prayers with Hannah tonight, I told her that Norma was with Jesus and to say hello to her and she answered back with "I love Norma." She truly did. The last time Hannah and I saw Norma she was in the rehab facility and we visited with her for about an hour. During that time Hannah must have given her four hugs, completely unsolicited. Norma we all love you so much and you will be dearly missed. Thank you for your unconditional love and constant presence in all of our lives.
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