Remembering Grandma Henderson

Our sweet Grandma Hendy passed away early this morning. She will be missed! We were so lucky to have been able to see her this summer & be there to celebrate her last Birthday.

She lived in California most of my childhood, and I can recall one vacation to visit her & my Step-Grandpa when I was really little. It was our big trip from Idaho, and I remember being completely terrified of the big ocean waves, hunting for snails, and thinking what a HUGE house my Grandparents lived in {they managed a Hotel}. That's where I had my first accidental taste of coffee {something was dripping down the side of their thermos, and I just had to take a lick!}

Grandma adored animals & always had a dog that she treated like it was her child. Her dogs were always dolled up with barrettes and bows. She spoke in a very sweet, Betty Boop-ish voice.

Grandma loved jewelry and dressing in bright colors. She must be where I get my love of diamonds. She'd ask me if I knew what a carat looked like, and then show me one of her rings.

Here is my Grandma Thelma {Smith} then, on her wedding day. She & my Grandpa were such free spirits {especially for the 1940's}. Grandpa thought he would start a new trend by wearing riding gear to the wedding instead of the traditional gown & tux.

We're missing you, Grandma, but are comforted that you're free from earthly pains. We are glad you are finally reunited with your baby, Sharon, who you never got to see grow up.

I sing Angel Lullabye to the kids every night, and tonight we feel blessed to have another angel to watch over us. We love you!