Meet My Grandmother

This is my grandmother Ellee. My mom's mom. I'm the most like her out of all of my family members. Loud, funny, creative, organized, and strong.

Last month, I got to visit her up in Oregon. Visiting my gorgeous grandmother at 89 years old was a big treat for me. I usually get to see her at least three to four times every year, so it is nothing abnormal, but I consider myself blessed to have visited her this month. As you may have heard, she was recently diagnosed with lung cancer, and at 89, does not want to fight it.

While my grandma was not very engaged in any conversation this time around, she would occasionally ask me about my love-life, education and friends. You know, the 4-1-1! My grandmother shares the most common traits to myself out of my entire family. We are both artsy, talkative, friendly individuals who accomplished their individual mission and zest at young ages.

We bond over many things and I can talk to her about anything. When I was a little girl, she used to let me scurry into her room and jump into her bed on Sunday mornings. She'd cuddle me and tell me stories about her childhood and the boys she liked and how her teachers were back in the day. I loved her soft Scottish accent! Those stories I will take with me, plus the wisdom of her beliefs for the years to come. She supports me in everything I do and has always wanted the best for me. I love her with all my heart, and will always hold the memories of my dear babushka.