Tribute

According to the current highlights section on babycenter.com, more than 4 million babies are born in the US each year! Wow... that's a lot of babies! Although I personally know at least 5 women who are currently pregnant, I do not know of anyone who gave birth 

today. 

Buuut...

There is surely a life to be celebrated! 

Seventy-seven years ago, today,  on August 7, 1935, my great-grandmother, Lizzy, gave birth to Edith Adam Nicoll, better known to me as- "Gran!"  

So today's blog is dedicated to my Gran or "Granny," whom I love dearly! Granny is the kind of grandmother who's never missed a birthday, holiday, or any small excuse to mail a card, slip in a $20 or give her grandkids a call! She is also the kind who's first response to your arrival is a huge smile and wide-open arms! She's the #1 fan and the best supporter...
Not one to yell or raise her voice, but to speak loud and clear through her actions of love.

She's the kind of wife who has lived "till death do us part," loving her husband wholeheartedly and standing by his side for over 54 years! 

She is the kind of Mom who never stops telling her girls how proud they make her and supporting them in all their endeavors...from being a karate kid to starting a business (lol, that's my Mama!)

She is the kind of friend who obviously receives more cards on her birthday than she can fit on her living room coffee table!...I saw that today!

Gran, I hope you know that I cherish you and appreciate you. Thank you for always, openly, sharing your advice, wisdom, and experience... for always making sure I know that I'm loved, for teaching me how to knit and how to save my money, and for taking the time to tell great stories of your days in India. 


You are a blessing to my life and the lives of countless others. 
So-Happy Birthday to you!
I love you.

Your "sweetpea" and your "little star,"

Gracie ;)