Vernie, Tiffany and Morgan,
I was so sorry to hear about your mother and grandmother's death. Eleanor was so special to me. On many occasions she would say "I could have been your mother." I wish she was! She was kind, and open to new ideas. Her thoughts and views were far beyond her time. How many women her age spent years in nursing!
When I was with her when Ed died, I always wondered how she would go on because of the deep love she had for him. But she put one foot in front of the other and continued to live her life in spite of her loss and grief. I can still hear her say, "OHHH Ed!" She gave of herself in so many ways--- helping others, serving her church and her God.
And she LOVED you all! She was always telling me something you were doing--- whether it was Vernie's plays, or Morgan and Tiffany--your marriages, her great granddaughter, your jobs..... She was so proud of all of you and loved bragging about you all.
While I am so sorry for your loss, Eleanor is now rejoicing and celebrating with Ed.
Eleanor 'fought the good fight. She has finished the race. She has kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for her a crown of righteousness."
I was honored to have known Eleanor and inspired by her strength, courage and strength as well as her support and love for me.
You all are in my prayers.
Cindy
