The angels of heaven are most definitely singing tonight as they welcome Nana HOME. Nana (Aaron's grandma) passed away this afternoon. We were able to spend the day at the hospital with her, surrounded by family. And, when it was time, she peacefully went to be with the Lord. God is extremely generous in allowing us to be with her.
I have known Nana for a little over 12 years. What a gift to know her and be counted as someone that she loved. Truly, if Nana loved you...she let you know it!
Nana blessed our lives in many ways, but here are a few that stand out to me...
1. Nana was a joyful person. Even as she aged and especially over the last few months as her memory slipped up a bit at times, she was joyful. It was continually obvious that she loved the Lord. Scripture, hymns, praise music, etc...these are the things that were imprinted on her heart.
2. Nana prayed for us. This point was NEVER in doubt. I often received cards from her, especially when I was pregnant, describing how she was praying for us. I am convinced that my children have been "soaked" in prayer by Nana, since before they were born.
3. Nana was extremely proud of her grandkids. I am sure all of her grandkids felt this, but I can only speak to our experience. When Nana spoke of Aaron's ministry, or a sermon he had preached, she would talk as if she was speaking of Billy Graham. She loved to watch Aaron as a dad, as well.
Luke has always loved to be with Nana. If we have a family event and she's not there...he notices! So, today before we dropped him off and headed to the hospital we wanted to be honest about the likely outcome of the day. We let him know that Nana was sick and was probably going to go to heaven today. He looked right at me and said, "Mom, that makes me sooooooo sad. I just love Nana." When I picked him up late this afternoon his little voice shook a bit as he said, "but I didn't get to give her a kiss and a hug and tell her goodbye." So we had a good time remembering that we recently saw her and Luke remembered that he did get to hug her then...and he's sure she remembered too. Oh what a tender little heart.
So, as I have written this long post, I am reminded that I write this blog for us. We LOVE to share it and have others read it, but it is our way to capture the memories and events of our family. So, thanks for hanging in there with us.
Below are some pictures of Nana with our family...
At our wedding.
3 comments:
Jenny- I am sorry for your loss. Your Nana looks BEAUTIFUL and you are lucky to have such great memories with her. Lots of hugs to your family!!
Lisa
Hugs, Jenny and Aaron! Praising the Lord that you got to be at her side as she left this world for the eternal one that awaited her. Just in the post you wrote, it is obvious she has left a priceless legacy. When a person such as she, who has loved much, lived long and invested deeply, passes from this world to the next, the angels rejoice but oh, the void they leave! Praying for you all as you rejoice in her homecoming and grieve her absence all at the same time. Much love, you guys!
P.S. BEAUTIFUL pictures; absolute treasures!
oh lordie you guys. This one got me going! Lots of love to all the Stewarts this week.
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