Remembering a Jewel

Yesterday was the anniversary of my Grandma's death. I remember her not through her words, her smell or even her laugh, but her jewelry. I later found out that she also liked big statemtent jewelry, knowing that I too connect with this exotic and fun look that she was able to pull off as well. As a young girl I didn't notice it as much, and big jewerly hadn't always been my thing until a couple of years ago. I love statement jewerly and am a sucker for buying a good amount for a cheap price at consienment stores. They're also the best because no one else has this kind of jewerly, it truly feels like you are buying one of a kind. My Grandma was one of a kind, and I wear her pieces of jewelry a lot in memory of her and the fact that I get to express myself through her dazzled jewels.

She loved owls. I keep this little guy on my desk;)

I know that my Grandma and I were a lot different. She was a drama queen and I'm a subtle princess; she was a worry wort and I'm as cool as a cucumber; and she was a lipstick wearing, stylish extravert, and I'm a loud minded, creative introvert. I only called her Grandma, nothing else. I feel that there wasn't anything else to say. No Grams, G, or Grammy. But she still had the sweet voice and touch like all Grandmas do. She had the stubborn streak that seemed to be passed down onto my family, and a shade of it was left over for me. I remember she was really into sports and sports teams, the way my Mom is passionate about it now, always reading the newspaper and keeping on top of the latest events. I also remember her champagne taste, and her love of pristine designs, mouth watering food and the freedom to travel. How much I have learned and realized about myself in the process after these years. We are  almost exactly opposite that it's almost funny thinking about. But I wouldn't be here without her, she is part of my family, my heritage and my story. And though my memoires of her aren't super sharp and detailed or warm and glowing, I still know that she holds a special place in my heart, her belongings help me keep a part of her with me. May you rest in peace Grandma.

The beautiful sunset. My favorite time of day, I had to capture it. I'm sure Grandma would love it too!