This is a sad story, but it is also full of warmth, joy, and everlasting familial love. Whether you have a Grandma, Nana, Memaw, Nona, or Grammy, now is the time to visit them. Rachel Brynn and her family took advantage of one “final sleepover with Nana.” There were five grandkids: Steven, Joe, Sam, Nicole, and Rachel. They traveled from three different states to surprise their Nana for an evening of memories, laughs, and lots of love.
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The grandkids brought food and all the fixings to share a meal. As they filed into the house, Nana joked about not knowing them and asked if they were telemarketers. With a wit as quick as that, this would be a great evening. The table was set, and the food was passed. Conversation flowed as everyone got caught up on all the events in their lives.
Nana had a blast. After everyone left, she told another relative, “I would say it was up there as one of the best nights of my life. I loved every minute.” The evening was a welcome adventure for the grandchildren and Nana.
Rachel’s Nana passed 12 months after their final sleepover. Rachel made one more trip to visit about three weeks before her Nana passed away to join her husband in quiet slumber. While she was there, Nana gave Rachel her Tiffany’s heart necklace. Nana’s words, “my heart to your heart,” add to the sentimental value of the gift.
It is never easy to say goodbye to loved ones. When the grandchildren went to have their final sleepover with Nana, they savored the amazing evening. If you have elders in your circle, spend as much time with them as you can.
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