Grandma

I was your first born grandchild, the first grandchild to know you. 40 years of time passed before I was born. You gave life to six children, built a home for your family to grow. Your children embarked on their own life journeys. They went in many directions, spread from one coast to another. But always drawn back to that, Sugar Shack. 40 years passed. I was born. I spent my time with you grandma, learning all the things little girls should. I remember the music, oh the music! You played your piano, and I was awed. I have never forgotten sitting with you on your piano bench. The calm, the music, the pages of music turning. Your fingers floating over the piano keys like magic. Nor have I forgotten the stories passed on, letting me learn my heritage. You told me where I get my love of horses from. To follow my dream, to work at the racetrack, Encouraging me to follow it through. You knew what path I wanted to follow - thank you for believing. I remember the years with a smile, with tears in my eyes. The laughter, summer vacations. Those years will never be forgotten, but held close to my heart. Grandma, only 40 years has passed since I was born. I thank you for every one of those years!