Grandma

You don't watch too much television.
Wash your hands before you eat.
You don't get a glass of milk until you finish that sandwich.
Take off your shoes or wipe your feet.
     These were life lessons from Grandma.
     Memories that we hold dear.
     And although we know you're still among loved ones,
we damn sure wish that you were here.

A staple in her kitchen was biscuits and gravy.
-I bet a lot of people are going to miss that taste.
For me, she made the best carrot cake
and I never let any of it go to waste.

...but while I was writing this, it dawned on me:
     None of us would be here without her and Grandpap.
She held a special place in each of our hearts
     and no one can fill that gap.
Those gathered here today would not have gathered:
Friends and family, grandchildren and greater, husband and sons.
All here to pay tribute to this woman.
-I hope she's smiling, seeing what she's done.

And all of our memories that involve her
are precious and held so dear.
God, we know she's in a better place
but we kinda wish that she were here.
Grandma, look down,
We love you
and will always hold you near.