My mom loved balloons. We always tried to make sure she got a balloon bouquet for her birthday. She preferred balloons over flowers. An amazon ad popped up on my phone for a balloon arch and the green, gold and cream colors shouted my mom. I didn't hesitate and bought it for her celebration of life.
I also took a drive to Prescott to gather up pictures and artifacts from her life so we could make a display representing her.
Thanks to my sister, Jacqui, and a bunch of good friends, we were able to create this:
A few pics of the prep:
My ward gave us a lovely dinner and we were so grateful for everyone's support. We got a few pictures right at the end with just some of the people.
Miracle of all miracles my dad posed for a picture with us. I can only remember this happening less than a handful of times in my life.
During the dinner, the grandkids were able to get up and share words about grandma. I was proud of each of my kids who shared a memory of her.
I am also grateful that my dad gathered us as a family at the temple that morning. We walked around the temple and shared a few things about my mom. It was a nice way to center ourselves together to start the day.
I hope we were able to properly honor my mom. What a special soul she is.
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