more birthday wishes

December is the month for grandma birthdays! Todd's grandmother, Beth, celebrated her birthday on the 8th as well. She was the lucky recipient of the Happy Birthday Song by phone. Surely, the Cederstrom melody was a treat. Beth is always keeping herself busy with clubs and crafts and any assortment of activities. Since she is Todd's grandma, I have no 'growing up' memories of her. But, when Todd and I were first dating, she lived here in town. One of our first dates was at her apartment overlooking the lake. Now that she lives up north, she's very welcoming to any who may come to visit.

Today is my paternal Grandma Crosby's big day. She's 91! I did not live close to Grandma growing up, but whenever I think about her, I think of a giver. When our family would go up for a visit, I always remember that no matter how late the hour we arrived, we would find her in the family room waiting up for us and keeping busy with a crochet or quilting project. She would proceed to jump up to help us and ask us if we were hungry and what could she get for us. Let me tell you, no one ever went hungry at Grandma's house. There was always an abundance of fresh veggies from the garden or Grandma's delicious homemade bread (my personal favorite). Grandma always had people coming and going from her home - she has 48 grandchildren and 60+ great-grandchildren (it's hard to keep track).

I know that never have I been witness to a time that Grandma put herself first. She has always willingly and happily served others. She's soft spoken and thoughtful. Funny, too! I'm grateful for having her example in my life.