What is it like finding out you of all people have cancer? What is it like to tell your family and friends? Do they seem worried or anything? Well, one day, to my surprise I heard a big shock that I wish wasn't true.
I was told that Grammy Jo has breast cancer and it can move to anywhere in her body. I was appalled and it was surprising. Though I knew cancer could kill her or at least hurt her, but I wasn't very worried in the beginning. All I would say to myself is, "Don't worry Johnna. Grammy Jo will get through it. God will help her. Don't worry. Calm down. She's here now, make memories while you can." I didn't think anything would happen. She is a gift from God and one of life's favorite people. How could he take that away?
Since I found out about the cancer my feelings have changed beyond words can explain. It got worse and lead to many places in her body. She went to many surgeries. I love her and I don't want to see her go. I try to hold it in every time I see her now, but I cry tear by tear. Seeing Grammy Jo in a hospital bed, losing life breath by breath breaks my heart. I thought God wouldn't take her life. I guess I shouldn't assume anything anymore...
"Grammy Jo" and some of her "grandchildren", Thanksgiving 2oo8.
Bottom Row: Chris, Ty & Aaniyah (grandniece)
Top Row: Brianna, Jo & Johnna
Johnna
I will really miss Grammy Jo. I love her more than words can explain, pictures can show, people can imagine, illustrators can draw and love can love.
Though Grammy Jo isn't a blood grandmother, I love her like one. She acts in part of my miracle mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, father, uncle, everything! I can trust Grammy Jo with anything. I can cry and expect her to be right by me saying, "Don't worry, everything will be fine." I love her. Please don't leave me Grammy Jo. I love you more than words can explain, pictures can show, people can imagine, illustrators can draw and love can love.
