Nov 17, 2007

Hangin 'in dare

It's been a little hectic, but ok. Grandma seems to be doing as well as she can. Today we cleaned her house and cooked for them. Grandpa even got into the act and vacuumed and dusted. Of all the damn times not to have my camera! She is really weak but perked up a bit when we sat around after dinner and exchanged funny stories about riding the amtrak. It was so nice to see her smile.

Aaaah... we LOL-ed.

Too bad when I LOL, I pee :(
Gawd-damned irrectile bladder constipation syndrome.

Being in her house still gives me that warm fuzzy feeling that if you're fortunate to have had a good Grandma, you still feel like a child. Standing in the kitchen doing the dishes, I had a view of the back yard where I played in the sprinker, swung on the willow and rescued wayward garden snakes. So, I was a weirdo. Don't judge me..
The side area where I made mad mud pies and riding Grandpa's bike all over the neighborhood. (Ask me if I didn't hurt my pootie poo on that bike a few times)
The canal I wasn't supposed to play in and the way she overlooked it anyways. Never in my life have I mourned my childhood as I do right now. If only the time machine built out of a box Grandpa brought me could transport me back to live it again, if only for a brief moment..

32 comments:

Big Pissy said...

What amazing memories you have....you're so lucky!

I'm glad you're having a good visit. :)

cathy said...

This makes me think of polishing brass candlesticks. LOL.

Grannies are so great.

Al said...

I know that feeling.
I miss my Gran so so much.

Anonymous said...

honey thank you for taking time from your difficult times and thinking about me and my wife..you RAWK!

I still have dreams about my gramma after 20 years and when I do I know she's watching over me and is there to comfort me when I have these dreams.

Blancodeviosa said...

pissy- i am indeed a lucky girl.

cathy- funny how tedious tasks as a child can become the fondest of memories..

al- i know you do. you have had your share of loss and i am very sorry for that.

cat- i am always here. thank for your loyalty and always a kind word. you rock! i wish the best for you and your wife. i am sure it will all work out somehow. maybe it's just a fantastic new beginning.

Pookie said...

What wonderful memories Blanco. You have an amazing pair of Grandparents. I wish you the best. You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Mob said...

We're thinking of you kid, I'm sorry you have to go through this.

Great memories to hold onto, just know that you're in our hearts.

Guilty Secret said...

It's good to know you're having a good visit. I'm thinking of you...

captain corky said...

What a really touching post. Enjoy Thanksgiving there!

eric1313 said...

This was so very good. And vivid, too. I especially liked the time machine part--good thing I don't have one. You'd use it for good reasons. I'd use it to go back in time and steal Fight Club. That's bad.

And thank you for the well-wishes. You know you guys are in my thoughts. I'm glad you dropped by.

Samantha_K said...

I had a wonderful relationship with my grandparents too. I was with them all the time and I still catch a scent on the breeze from time to time that takes me back...
I'm glad you enjoyed your time together, and best wishes to your grandmother.

Tapline said...

Bull, What you have cannot be taken away from you, your memories. They will stay with you forever. At time like these, nothing anyone can say will reach that spot of sorrow that you feel down deep inside. myself, I feel it is part of the Soul of a person. Please forgive my forwardness, but I feel your hurt in your posts. I ramble.....stay well.... and God bless.....

Diamond Dave Diggler said...

I have wonderful memories of my little grandma, too. I wish she had lived beyond my self-indulgent, self-centered teenage years so that I could have told her how much I appreciated her. It's very sad you have been through so much lately, but going to see your grandma like this... it will pay you back loads. Good luck anf happy thanksgiving to your family!

Ultra Toast Mosha God said...

Sounds like your childhood was great.

I played Knightrider in a disused car on the driveway.

Kelly said...

I can't imagine any of my grandfathers ever vacuuming or dusting!

Drizel said...

Hey babe...good luck for you and your grandma and grandpa I will think of you, and you will always have your childhood its in your heart.
Thanks for visiting my blog and your sweet words...appreciated.
HUGZ sweet thang;)

Dan said...

I love this post Blanco. I've been missing my grandparents as well (the last one died of years ago) because I'm working on a book about my goofy childhood. It's been a long walk down memory lane.

Hug them daily.

-eve- said...

I know what you mean *haven't often managed to spend much time with my grandparents, but one holiday that I did, I really wished I lived with them*. Treasure her.... every moment, every glance... if I were you, I'd videotape her ... you'll enjoy rewatching the videos... :-) I do that with my granddad too *grandma died before i got a camera*

Ultra Toast Mosha God said...

..and I hope all is going as well as it can be.

Just read Mob's blog. Seems to be a lot of life right on the line at the moment - for people in here and on the outside.

Best wishes to everyone.

Anonymous said...

Happy Thanksgiving hon!
tc

eric1313 said...

Hoping you had a great weekend.

Just checking up on you guys. Wishing you and Mac and the kids all the best.

eric1313 said...

Yes, I'm sure you've noticed; Detroiters may have few qualms about shooting neighbors and burning their houses, yet they put clothing on statues...

Big Pissy said...

Just wanted to stop by to check on you! :)

Anonymous said...

Thinking of you and sending hugs
tc

Paul Champagne said...

Hang in there ... you are being a good grand-daughter. Treasure this remaining time you have with her and you Grandpa

eric1313 said...

Forget statue called the Spirit of Detroit. I'm now the dark lord of the Sith, and I'm waiting for my walk.

Have a great weekend. I hope things are getting better.

Unknown said...

I'm sure your presence means the world to your grandparents.

Blancodeviosa said...

You guys are the best!! Thank you all..
I did cherish my time with them so. Unfortunately my visit was cut short due to unforseen circumstances so I'm pretty low right now. Love you all and thanks again!!

Anonymous said...

HEy take care of yourself, we'll be here for you.:)
tc

robkroese said...

How do you know the wayward kind of garden snakes from the regular kind?

therapydoc said...

When I tell people that I grew up with 2 sets of grandparents they're amazed. The Holocaust wiped out so many of that generation. Kids really don't get how lucky they are.

Blancodeviosa said...

thanks cat... except your closed now :(

diesel- oh i know.. very well. they're a foot long. how dangerous could they be?

therapydoc- you are absolutely right! i have always loved being around mine. i am just sad because i am so far away from them now.