dear nana…

It’s different here. This house isn’t the same and my morning routine is thrown off.
11am… That’s my “Nana Duty” time. Put down the coffee cup, put my phone on the charger, bring the dogs inside… That’s the time you get my undivided attention.
I find myself missing the little things. 
I always liked crushing up your medicine; not sure why, but it gave me a sense of importance, as you needed the medications.
Forehead kisses every time I entered and left your room, combined with “I love you, my Nana” whispered to you.
I miss tucking you in. I had a “system”… You wouldn’t be too cold or too hot; not under my watch!
Your laugh, more like a nana giggle..  and that sweet smile. You had the most beautiful smile.
I miss watching you… Looking over at you while you’re up in your chair reading a book and watching to make sure you’re sleeping comfortably when you’re in bed.
And the pups, oh how they love you! Abbie pawing at your arm, ever so gently, looking for a good pat on the head… Taking her “Nana Watch” duty very seriously as she’d check on you in the doorway of your room. She did this daily.
Pancakes spent a good deal of time sleeping just outside your room. If anyone entered she made sure she saw what was going on.
Nana, you have always been so important. You left such a positive imprint on my life…. Forever grateful for the opportunity to be called your granddaughter.
I love you and miss you. Tell Papa and Slinkie that I thank them tremendously for guiding you so peacefully.

signed, nana’s bodyguard