@CarlosAndJane 16 August 2021

An Open Letter to my Grandma

Dear Mimi, How have you been? I wonder what place you are in right now. I wonder how beautiful it is there. I wonder if you can still see me. I wonder if you can see how I am doing. You have been the best grandma I have ever had. You were there to listen to the talkative side of me. You were there when my mom gets mad at me and beat me up. I remember one time, my mom hit me with a stick because I made a mistake. I cried so hard and you were there. You called me and handed me a 200 peso bill just for me to buy Barnuts (***my favorite chocolate***) and everything seemed to be fine afterwards. When my mom would let me go out of the house, you are the person I could easily run to and you accept me with open arms every time. Whenever I talk to you, time seem to be so fast and we tend to not notice it because it is so much fun just talking to you. I could tell you everything I am thinking of - even things I don't have the courage to tell my parents about. You have spoiled me with love and every time I feel happy or sad or excited or everything in between, I would always get so excited to tell all of them to you. I would always remember all the stories you have shared to me. I will always treasure the advice you have given me. I would always have the courage to face this world full of struggles because you've told me I am a strong girl. To be honest, I don't really feel so sad about you being gone because I know, you are in a better place now and that you will no longer suffer. And I guess I have already gotten used to family members dying. First, my mom, next, your brother, and now, you. I hope you all would have a great reunion out there. Have a happy trip to paradise, Mimi! I love you and will always miss you. Love lots, Jane **🌻🌻**