There are many people in this world whom I would like to thank, and today I would like to honor my grammy. She blesses me with her presence, her laughter, and her love. I know that whenever I call her, I am going to be greeted warmly, and that no matter what is going on in her day, she still truly cares to find out how I am doing. There are many strong women in my family, and she exemplifies the strength that I would like to embody. True strength comes with compassion and a heart for service, and this is shown in the way she selflessly gives her time to her church, as well as the time she shares with The Lord's Diner. From her family, to her extended family, to her friends and all who come into contact with her, I know that they will too be blessed by her presence. She is quick to play with her grandkids, and only has a nice word to say for everyone. When I am in the kitchen and have a doubt about anything from the temperature of the oven to what a recipe means, she answers my questions with patience and without making me feel like I should throw in the towel :)! Although she appears in many ways like a "normal grandma," she has a lot of spunk and used to be a pro at riding horses bareback - why would you waste time with a saddle when you have a perfectly good horse and the wind in your hair? My grandpa used to say that she is always out and about, because she couldn't sit still when there is a world out there to be explored. In this way, I guess we are the same. I love you, Grammy!
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Hi guys! I would like to thank you in advance for reading my site, and to ask you to remember that this is my first personal blog site. In other words, thank you in advance for your generosity in patience as I navigate another new experience in a new country :). Initially, I was hesitant to create a personal blog site because I didn't know how often I would be able to contribute to it. If you know me well, you know that I am a little bit of a perfectionist (perfeccionista en Bolivia). While it is a part of my personality that I accept, I am trying to be kind and patient with myself as well...it is the only way to survive in a new environment! Muchas gracias en advance for extending me what I am sure will be more kindness than I will be able to give myself. God bless each and every one of you, and know that if you are reading this, I miss and love you very much! |
AuthorValerie Ellis, who is in alignment with the Black Lives Matter Movement and everyone whose life is impacted, now or before, by times of social injustice. Archives
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