We wait each day knowing that it could be my Grandmothers last day on earth. While we wait we do not sit idly. We remember the blessings, the history, legacy that my Grandmother will leave us. We rejoice knowing that she longs to meet her Savior face to face. We cry, we begin to grieve knowing that we will have an empty place at the family table. We begin to write our Tributes.
When I think of my Grandmother I think of Proverbs 31. She has been a role model, an example of the women I desire to be when I grow up. Grandma has not lived her life perfectly, she did not start out as the perfect wife, the perfect mother or the perfect grandmother. Yet Grandma’s life was perfect in Christ. She lived out her salvation in a real and active way. Grandma leaves behind not earthly riches but a treasure far greater; A spiritual heritage that is worth far more than any gold.
My Tribute:
“My Grandmother has spoken with wisdom, and provided faithful instruction to the next generation. She has watched over the affairs of her household and has not eaten the bread of idleness. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but Grandma surpasses them all”. Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but my Grandmother who has feared the LORD is to be praised. We Honor Grandma for all that her hands have done. Let her works bring her praise.” Proverbs 31:25 – 31 (paraphrased)
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