Sunday, October 30, 2011

sad news + a funny memory

Artwork by Katie Daisy

My adored Great Auntie Ila passed away last night, just a week shy of 91 years.
We are all really sad but she wanted to go and so she did, peacefully in her sleep.
I wasn't sure what to post but I was just now browsing and found this gorgeous image, perfect for Ila with it's pretty flowers, lace and fresh colour.
She was such a generous, caring soul. So strong yet very humble.
She never had any children of her own, but had many many 'adopted' children and grandchildren. I considered her to be my extra grandmother. She had a massive, positive impact on so many people's lives.
I have so many great memories of her - I just have to share one funny one...
Mum, Rachael and I were visiting her, gosh, probably 15 or so years ago. She used to have a combustion stove in the kitchen (oh I loved it - we could put our socks in it to warm them up). She'd just received a load of wood and so Rachael and I thought we'd help out by splitting it for her. We worked for hours and both ended up with blistered hands. Ila had just the remedy. She painted Rachael's blisters with metholated spirits. Oh the screams! I declined from Ila's offer to fix my blisters.
Good memories xx
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25 comments:

  1. A Room For EveryoneOctober 30, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    What a lovely post about an obviously wonderful woman. People like that always leave you with a great deal. Rachaelxx

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  2. KerryOctober 30, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    What a beautiful image you've chosen Sarah. It's perfect. Hold on tight to those lovely memories and smile along with the tears. Bless xx

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  3. The MoerksOctober 30, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    A lovely tribute post to some one you was obviously very special to you Sarah. My deepest sympathies and a very warm hug to you. Deb

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  4. Marian HazelOctober 30, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Sorry to hear about your great Aunt Ila. She sounds like an amazing person. Thinking of you, your Mum and sister. Glad that you have such funny memories to cherish.

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  5. kaiteMOctober 30, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    a warm and loving post for a warm and loved lady.

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  6. brismodOctober 30, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Oh dear. I'm so sad for your loss, Sarah. Ila sounded simply lovely...it makes me think of when Jason's Nan passed away earlier this year. I still tear up thinking about her. Take care. xx

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  7. KymOctober 30, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    So sorry for your loss, Sarah....but what beautiful memories will be yours forever. Big hugs XOX

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  8. It's meOctober 30, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    So sorry for the lost of you dear auntie darling.....cherish the memories...love from me darling....xxx..

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  9. JaneOctober 30, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Oh Sarah, I'm so sorry to read this. You knew the end was near but it doesn't make it any easier. I know. I'm so pleased you were able to say goodbye to her last weekend. And yes, it's a gorgeous photo. J x

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  10. MalsenOctober 30, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Sorry for your loss, Sarah - I can understand why she was very special to you. What a sweet story.

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  11. Mon Alisa DesignOctober 31, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Oh Sarah, what sad news. I'm so sorry x

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  12. littlekarstarOctober 31, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    A wonderful woman so well loved, leaving you with beautiful memories to cherish and make you smile x

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  13. Amanda (Small Acorns)October 31, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Such sad news Sarah, thank goodness for such great memories. Ila sounds so lovely. Take care, Amanda xx

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  14. its simple loveOctober 31, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Sorry to hear of your loss. My heart is with you!


    Rachael

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  15. petals and vintageOctober 31, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    Good old Great Auntie Ila huh? She sounds like a lovely lady with many treasured memories. Hang on to them. xx

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  16. UnknownOctober 31, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss Sarah. My thoughts and prayers are with you now. xx

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  17. beachvintage.comNovember 1, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Oh Sarah, wish I could give you a hug. Take care.

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  18. CatherineNovember 1, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    oh Sarah I am so sorry to hear that that is sad news, family like that is so valuable. I hope you are doing ok with it all.
    xx

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  19. mondocherryNovember 1, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Sounds like you were very blessed with your Great Aunt and that she will be very much missed by many people. Take care
    Clare x

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  20. koraleeNovember 2, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    So sad and I am so sorry...but what a full life she lived...91 years..wow! I love this image...I bought the print and need to frame it still...xoxoxo Happy week to you.

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  21. TiffNovember 2, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    A beautiful image to remember a beautiful lady! X

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  22. AnnelieNovember 2, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Such sad news, sorry to hear about your loss.
    Makes me think about my 92 year old grandmother in Sweden.
    Think I will call her today.
    Love the picture you chose for you aunt.

    Best,

    Annelie

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  23. AnnelieNovember 2, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Oh, I forgot to tell you, I have a dog too now.
    A Boston Terrier, 10 weeks old.
    I am so happy.

    Annelie

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  24. AmandaNovember 4, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Sarah, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing ofsomeone so dear to you. Your Auntie Ila sounded like a very dear lady and I'm sure you meant a lot to her too. Wish I could give you a big hug in person. Take care my friend xx

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  25. mrs cheeseNovember 9, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    Oh Sarah
    I'm so very sorry to hear your sad news.
    What treasured memories you have of a dear
    lady.
    Sending big hugs
    xx

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