The writer experiences vertigo at Panera, triggering memories of visiting her father. She recalls a previous visit where he seemed disoriented, leading to a poignant realization about his declining health. The visit reveals a stark contrast to her childhood memories, leaving her deeply saddened as she leaves.
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No Tears
Dear Grandma, Yesterday I didn’t cry. It was the first day since November 14, 2020 that I didn’t break down at the harsh reality that you’re really gone. I went about my business, cleaning getting ready for the holiday. I’m sure I thought about you but I didn’t cry. Then today, I heard that theContinue reading “No Tears”
Losing Grandma
I want to talk about my Gram and grief in the time of Covid. So many of us around the world are dealing with similar losses. I read story after story about families caught in the wildfire of the virus. No-one really thinks it can happen in their family until it does. I got aContinue reading “Losing Grandma”
Ribbon Candy
Dear Grandma, Last week someone reminded me that you liked ribbon candy at Christmastime. I searched on the internet and found that a store near me carried the candy. It took me a few days but I went to pick some up today only to find out that they were sold out and weren’t restockingContinue reading “Ribbon Candy”
Off the Cuff with A-Game 