Think of me and smile

Since we've been living in this home where my Grandma's house used to be, I always think of her when I pass the roses. She always had the most beautiful yard and especially beautiful roses. When my cousin re-built the house, he left the rose bushes where Grandma had them. So when I see them, I always think of some lyrics to the song, "Keep Me in Your Heart":

Sometimes when you're doing simple things around the house

Maybe you'll think of me and smile

And when I see her roses, I do think of her and smile.

Today I've especially been thinking of my Grandma, because today is her birthday. I can't believe she's been gone 10 years, it seems like just yesterday I came to visit her. She was such a genuine person, full of life, faith, and true charity. Even when she was so ill that it took all she had, she would get dressed up in case visitors came, she always looked like a million bucks. She always had yummy food to offer and always thought of others. Whenever I had to leave, she would say, "Oh I wish you didn't have to go!" That's what I told her when I found out she didn't have long to live.

Even in her absence, she is an example to me. I'm glad to have a day to remember her, and her rose bushes to bring a smile to my face.