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Sanae Ishida

A crafty little atelier in a grey city

July 19, 2013

Remembrance

We received news that M’s grandmother passed away. Hers was an incredibly long, full and beloved life — for today, just a photo of K and her great-grandma in remembrance. I didn’t feel right trying to come up with silly haikus and not paying tribute to someone so wonderful. M told K yesterday, “She was a very, very happy person. The happiest person I’ve ever known.” What a beautiful way to be remembered.

Wishing you all a weekend filled with loved ones.

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  1. PendleStitches says

    July 19, 2013 at 5:45 am

    Condolences on your loss. I cannot think of a better legacy.

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  2. Asmita says

    July 19, 2013 at 5:59 am

    Condolences for your loss. That is lovely photo and rememberance.

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  3. Maria says

    July 19, 2013 at 9:42 am

    Condolences for your loss Sanae, M and K. I like very much this picture it says a lot. A big hug for you.

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  4. Karen says

    July 19, 2013 at 10:16 am

    What a beautiful photo and a beautiful tribute. So sorry for your loss.

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  5. Venus says

    July 19, 2013 at 10:21 am

    Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you and your family.

    *BIG hug*

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  6. robin says

    July 19, 2013 at 10:27 am

    What a beautiful picture. Sounds like M has plenty of wonderful memories of his grandma. Love and peace to all of you.

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  7. Ute says

    July 19, 2013 at 10:51 am

    My heart goes out to you. The picture is beautiful. She shared her happiness and that will stay with you always.

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  8. Pienkel says

    July 19, 2013 at 11:53 am

    Condoleances… Sounds like the most beautiful way one can be remembered!

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  9. kristin says

    July 19, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    So sorry for your family’s loss, but a full and happy life is a good one indeed! So glad you will have such fond memories of her and she set such a loving example. Take care.

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  10. June says

    July 19, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful photo, though. She had beautiful hands, and I love her nails! Hugs to you and your family.

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  11. Bernadette says

    July 19, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    I’m sorry to hear about her passing. I’ll keep your family in my thoughts.

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  12. Meghan says

    July 19, 2013 at 8:35 pm

    So sorry to hear about your family’s loss. What a wonderful picture. May your happy memories give you comfort. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  13. marisa says

    July 20, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    So sorry for your loss – my condolences to you, your husband and K. It’s a beautiful photo.

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  14. crab&bee says

    July 20, 2013 at 7:45 pm

    What a beautiful tribute to a person who sounds very special.

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  15. Lucinda says

    July 21, 2013 at 6:18 pm

    Oh Sanae – so sorry to read of your loss. What a beautiful legacy she leaves – one of happiness and clearly love. Thoughts and prayers to you, M and K as you grieve her absence in your lives.

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  16. Fiona says

    July 22, 2013 at 10:32 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful picture, and a beautiful way to be remembered. Hugs xoxo

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