Yesterday (07/29/2011) at 11:59 AM, Grandma passed away after the doctors and family members decided to take her off the life support. I wasn’t prepared for how profoundly sad this made me.
She was only 75 but was in constant pain from arthritis and cancer. And the recent heart attack she got while undergoing chemotherapy really got her health to deteriorate even more.
She was not my own grandma by blood but she was more than a grandmother to me. She was one of the most important people in my life.
Now, I vividly remember the times when she talked about dying and I would say, grandma – you are not going to die anytime soon. Who knew because we all were expecting her to stick around for a while!
She was inspiring, intelligent, beautiful, willful, active, smart, hardworking and ever so caring. She loved everyone no matter who they were. All I remember now is how compassionate I felt when she looked at me with them beady eyes, touched me, hugged me every time she saw me. How she called every guys beta (son) and girls beti (daughter). She was very empathetic and loved not only her immediate family members but also everyone else that crossed paths with her. And I am so glad I did cross paths with her, so glad that I met her and to be a part of the wonderful and vibrant Virani family.
She was my favorite cook. The dishes she prepared were simply the best. Every time I see her, I would say – Grandma, what’s cooking today? And then she would smile big, from ear to ear, and say – It doesn’t matter what I cook, I know you are going to eat it!
I feel like she is in a better place wherever she is at, she is happy and she is not suffering anymore. Now, I think that her passing away is not a bad thing after all. It reminds me one more time that our life on earth is temporary. Ultimately, this temporary life will come to an end for all of us. I’m having mixed feelings this very instant. But I still feel very sad that she’s gone.
Grandma – We all love you and miss you more than you could ever imagine.
So, THIS ONE FOR YOU:
It’s So Hard To Believe That You’re Really Gone
And To Know That We Will No Longer
See Your Smiling Face,
Or Hear The Sound Of Your Laughter
You Left So Many Memories, Which Will Never Part
You Will Always Live Deep Inside Our Hearts
We Are Thankful That We Were Graced
With Someone As Special As You
It’s Just Too Hard To Believe
Your Days On Earth Is Really Through!
In Loving Memory Of Grandma – Parin Virani.
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Hi Adam,
I am so sorry to hear that brother. Take care of yourselves and be strong. Your family needs you.
Lye
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Hi Adam:
What a wonderful post you have in honor of the lady who you called grandma. I am honored to read such a beautiful post and a woderful poetry from you.
This post not only tells me about her, it also tells me that you have a kind heart. You have a well developed insight that I also feel like calling you BETA. As I have two of my own, I am in the habit of saying so.
So, Adam Beta I m glad you shared this post and now don’t take it to the heart. Just enjoy her good memories.
Enjoy your week end
Fran A
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Think of her in life.
Celebrate her birthday.
Very touching. She sounded like a wonderful person. I agree with Fran above, this type of posts really shows off who you are and we can all relate. Death is never easy and it really does ground us and make us realize that we are on limited time. Thanks for sharing this, my heart goes out!
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss! She sounds like a very special woman and I’m glad you got to know her. Take care of yourself!
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Hi Adam,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I felt the same way when I lost my dearest Grandmother. I hope you are doing fine . My condolences.
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My deepest sympathy, Adam…
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Hi Adam:
I came here to read your new post. But I feel you are still in the current post. Adam please try hard to do what you normally do, as you have lots to take care, your sweet daughter and family and then other responsibilities.
Looking forward to read a post from you.
Just for your sake
Fran A
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Hi Adam. I’m so sorry to hear that. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Stay strong, friend!
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Hi Adam,
So sorry to know this, she is in a better place. She went home. We will all go home at some point in time.
Thanks for sharing about her. Wonderful poem to her.
I know you will never forget, it’s learning how to deal with it that will let you move forward.
Know that back home there is nothing to worry about anymore. Just peace and love.
Keep on keeping on Adam,
Terry Conti
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I’m so sorry to hear of your grandmother’s passing Adam. My thoughts and prayer are with you during this time.
Even though we know that this happens to everyone, it’s not that easy when it’s your own family. Even knowing that they are in a much better place and no longer in pain, we still miss their physical presence. It does help though that they are in a much better place now.
What a wonderful tribute to your grandmother and I have no doubt she’d be very honored.
Take care my wonderful friend.
Adrienne
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Sorry Adam. Its really a bad incident, where everyone need to face it sooner or later. God will keep Grandma’s soul in heaven. God will bring peace in you and your family.
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Hey Adam!
I am so sorry to hear that my dear friend,but i know your Grandma is still with her beta,beti and Virani family,awww this incident has reminded me of my Grandma,i am so very much emotional right now.But i know her blessings are with you,and i know you very well,you are a strong person and you will take it positively,God also need such kind of spiritual souls in the heaven.I am with you my brother.
GOD BLESS!!
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My deepest sympathy Adam… I know that it was so hard and the pain of loss is still fresh. Just think that your grandma is now with our Creator…
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Hi Adam Paudyal ,
I am very sorry for your loss. But like t admire your poem. It is beautiful. Well thanks for sharing.
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Adam,
I have just got back from being on vaca. for a bit and dropped into see how you were doing/what you have been up to.
I am sorry to see the news of your grandma.
This was a moving tribute to your grandma, though and I am sure she is looking down on you and quite proud. It is times like this when the things that REALLY matter come into focus.
It is a little late for well wishes, but i really wish you and your family the best!
Best Wishes,
Steve
I only have Grandma when I was born and I value her so much…Until she chose to live away from us…I miss her…
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This may be late, but I want to extend my deepest sympathy for you… I know how hard loosing someone you love. My father passed away last year of September, yet the pain of loosing him is still fresh in my heart and mind. What I think is my father is already at peace with the Lord our God and that is the only thing that makes me accept the reality.
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oh sorry bro may grandma live in heaven..
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It feel so sad.. I hope you are doing fine . My condolences.It is times like this when the things that REALLY matter come into focus.
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I’m so sorry to hear of your grandmother’s passing Adam. My thoughts and prayer are with you during this time.
It is a little late for well wishes, but i really wish you and your family the best!
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