Build up to the funeral

It has been confirmed that my Nan's funeral is to be at Portchester Crematorian on Monday 18th February at 10.45am. Her ashes will be placed together with a plaque at St. Mary's Church on Hayling Island. Some people have asked me to let them know all this so they can have her in their thoughts at that time, which I think is lovely.

It has been quite stressful so far. With all the family being quite scattered, as usual communication is misunderstood sometimes. We have had difficulties finding the birth certificate and her National Insurance Number. My mum sorted all her clothes last Sunday and my sister took them to the Salvation Army clothes bank. The next day an Aunt was ringing up asking for clothes for Nan to wear in the coffin! We had to laugh!

I am going through all Nan's paperwork and shredding old - make that ancient - bills! I've sorted a few of her cupboards and got rid of a hundred tea towels....she was such a hoarder! Now it has been left to me to design the Order of Service, which I have done with honour and pride. I haven't used In Design for a few years but I think I have done it well. The photo above is the one I am using on the front cover. She looks very cheeky! She always had a cheeky smile and a wonderful laugh. It's still hard but it's getting better. I am dreading the funeral.

Take care x x x

My favourite lady has passed away

Yesterday, Tuesday February 5th around 5pm my dearest Nan had a cardiac arrest and passed away. My sister went round there and opened the window to release her soul. We had been to see her on Saturday as it had been a while since I had been to Portsmouth. We thought how well she looked considering all the problems she has been through of late. But Sunday she was complaining of chest pains and wasn't feeling too well. Monday night my parents went to see her and mum said she didn't look good.

At 92 years of age this lovely lady had had a long life and for the last year we have all felt that she is better off in a home. Nan was on a waiting list but ironically was waiting for someone to pass away to have a room. But I know deep down, Nan wanted to stay in her flat forever.... and that is what she got. She was a determined old bugger, tight with herself and tough as old boots....and I loved her so very much. Growing up I spent most weekends with her. We'd bake together and do all sorts of things. She was so good to me. I am going to miss her so much. This morning my sister said there was a red butterfly outside on her windowsill. My Nan loved butterflies. I hope she is a butterfly now. Be at peace Nan. I hope you can see us all now and enjoy your new life. Take care. I love you Nan x x x