Edna

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this bouquet is for you Edna

Edna.  My grandma's neighbour since late 1960's.  She was my neighbour for awhile as well.  She just turned 101.  I was brave and went to visit her in the CareHome.  Long overdue with letters tucked in between.  She doesn't remember me, but I do her.  She looks like she could go for another 10 years at least. Her hair is like a lamb - all newly permed.  Still the same rascally, sparkling eyes and smile.

  I remember when I used to go over to her house for a visit she would give Benny (my dog) those round, scotch mints (I think they are the 'scotch' kind...) and he'd eat them.  She'd leave candies out on her porch for the mailman - to lure him in to put the mail inside :).  She was the neighbour that would stop by to welcome you to the neighbourhood.  She is very muppet-like and endearing and has a great sense of humor.  She had a beautiful garden and made great 7-up floats. 

 I especially went to see her because who really knows how much longer she'll be with us.  I didn't want to feel bad that I didn't go when I really wanted to, but I also didn't want to get all emotional if and when I did go.  She don't need no youngin' blubbering away....and actually there is no reason to blubber after all.  Glad that I was brave and went.  Even proud of myself.  She didn't know me but she held onto me anyway and gave me some lovin'  - and I gave it right back.  Dear Edna.  You rock.