Maw Maw

Darlene Coltrane, You were always there for me when I needed a shoulder to cry on. You taught me so many things. I remember watching you in the kitchen as you would cook. I remember asking millions of questions back to back and you answered every one of them with no sign of being annoyed. You talked to me when I couldn't talk to anyone else. Even as your time was nearing the end, you sat and listened to me and tried to help me let you go. You always did know what to say to make me feel better, and I wish you were still with me. I know you're no longer hurting, but damn, how I miss you. Just this morning I was getting ready to come to see you when I remembered that you were no longer here. I'll never see your face again. I'll never see your smile, your twitch, or the way you batted your eyes when you were flustered. I know we can no longer speak with each other, but I will always remember the way you were, the way you put others ahead of yourself, the way you tried to help everyone around you, the way you always made me feel like I was worth something, and the way you loved each and every one of your family. Since you've left, I've been replaying all the memories we've made together. Looking back, I can't think of a single moment where you didn't make me feel better. I will always remember how you would call on every birthday and sing to us. I know you told me not to be sad, but that's one promise that I just can't keep. You truly were the best Grandmother ever. Nobody could ever take your place. You left a mark on this earth that nobody will be able to erase. I miss you, Maw Maw. Thinking of you, Tisha.