COTTER CRUNCH: To my Nana

Monday, January 3, 2011

To my Nana

I had this great post planned. It involved a new delicious recipe, some humor, and a workout challenge. But that will have to wait because sometimes plans must change. Sometimes life must be put on pause.

Today I lost my Nana. She was an amazing woman who loved the Lord. She was a TRUE inspiration in my life! I aspire to be half the woman she was.

Today I celebrate her life. Tomorrow I celebrate an anniversary (ours). I am thankful to have a family who laughs together, cries together, and prays together.

Cheers,
LC
p.s.
the recipe and workouts will be posted, in due time of course.

75 comments:

Kristina @ spabettie said...: oh, Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss. when you are lucky enough to have a close relationship with amazing people, it is hard to let them go... I am saying a prayer for you and your family, and sending comfort.

(( hugs )); January 3, 2011 at 5:57 PM
April said...: Oh no Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss! But I have to say that your attitude regarding it is very admirable and I can only aspire to have your outlook on it. Your in my prayers!; January 3, 2011 at 5:58 PM
Jess said...: I am so sorry for your loss! Praying for you and your family.
Hugs,

<3 jess; January 3, 2011 at 6:00 PM
bamarunner11 said...: I'm so sorry :( Praying for you and your family!; January 3, 2011 at 6:03 PM
Salah said...: I am so sorry about your Nana. Sounds like she lived a very good life and touched a lot of people :-) Now at least she has moved from the temporary world, to the permanent life with our Lord in heaven which is a much better place! This was a beautiful post girl.; January 3, 2011 at 6:07 PM
Megan @ Running Foodie said...: I'm so sorry Lindsay. I'm glad she was such an inspiration to you, though.; January 3, 2011 at 6:10 PM
marathonmaiden said...: ((hugs)) take care lady.; January 3, 2011 at 6:12 PM
Heather @ Where's the Beach said...: I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I could give you a big hug. She sounds like a very special lady!; January 3, 2011 at 6:17 PM
Kath said...: I feel so sorry for you! But I think she'll always be with you. As long as you have her in your heart, you can never actually lose her.; January 3, 2011 at 6:27 PM
amanda@runninghood said...: Thinking of you and praying for peace in your heart. Sorry for your loss. xo; January 3, 2011 at 6:36 PM
Allie said...: I'm really sorry about the loss of your Nana :( I just lost my great grandmother... times like this make you appreciate family more and more. I will be praying for you and your loved ones :) I really mean it!; January 3, 2011 at 6:39 PM
Morgan said...: so sorry for the loss of your Nana. My thoughts are with you!; January 3, 2011 at 6:42 PM
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen said...: Oh sweet Lindsay, I'm thinking about you! My prayers are with you and your family...; January 3, 2011 at 6:50 PM
Chloe said...: I am so sorry for your loss - your Nana and my Nawnaw are hang out up in heaven sipping on martinis and playing cards.; January 3, 2011 at 6:59 PM
Jess said...: So, so, so sorry for your loss my friend. I know the pain of losing a grandparent...and I feel you. Your nana was a wonderful person I can just tell by how you talk about her...and for the caring person you are (from what I "know" of you on this blog anyway!). Hang in there...hugs.; January 3, 2011 at 7:05 PM
Healthy Chocoholic said...: I am sooo sorry for your loss!!!!
I'll be praying!; January 3, 2011 at 7:08 PM
Kristinfulghum said...: sorry linds! glad you are able to celebrate her life.; January 3, 2011 at 7:13 PM
Zoe @ Simply Seasonal said...: Wow. That is tough. I am glad that you are able to get through this hard time by remembering the good things. Stay strong.
~Zoe; January 3, 2011 at 7:16 PM
Shannon said...: sorry to hear about your nana, but relish all of the good times you've shared! thinking of you!!; January 3, 2011 at 7:54 PM
Shannon said...: I am sorry for your loss, but also glad that you seem to have had a good relationship with her. You will always have those great memories to cherish, which is a gift in and of itself. Glad you are able to celebrate her life, and that you will always have her in your heart as a role model.; January 3, 2011 at 7:55 PM
Lauren said...: I am so sorry my dear. I will be thinking of you and sending you good vibrations. Be strong and lean on those you love <3; January 3, 2011 at 8:11 PM
Dorry said...: Love you sweet friend. I'm so sorry for your loss today and will pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. Let me know if you need anything at all!; January 3, 2011 at 8:25 PM
Dorry said...: Love you sweet friend. I'm so sorry for your loss today and will pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. Let me know if you need anything at all!; January 3, 2011 at 8:26 PM
Nellie said...: Lindsay, I'm really sad for you. I lost both my grandparents and loved them more than anything. I know how hard it is to think they won't be around anymore. I'm sure your sweet Nana had a lot to do with who you became as a person. She lives on in you every day. You never stop missing them, but I promise, it gets easier.

Big cyber hugs,
Nellie; January 3, 2011 at 8:52 PM
Momswimbikerun said...: So sorry for your loss. I think you've got it all in perspective though. Hugs LC!; January 3, 2011 at 8:56 PM
ERG said...: Very sorry about you losing your Nana. The photo is beautiful. I hope the grief is short and the memories of her lasting!
Hugs!
-R; January 3, 2011 at 8:56 PM
Jen said...: Lindsay - I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother. My thoughts are with you and your family as you celebrate your Nana's life.; January 3, 2011 at 9:19 PM
mamarunsbarefoot.blogspot.com said...: Lindsay, all my thoughts and prayers to you! She looks like she was a beautiful woman and I can tell by your photo how much she meant to you because you glow so much near her. May you feel her near you and hold tight her memories always.; January 3, 2011 at 9:28 PM
Mo@MommyRD said...: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. It is a beautiful photo and I'm sure you have even more beautiful memories. Take your time Lindsay - we'll be here when you are ready to get back into blogging.; January 3, 2011 at 9:42 PM
Missy said...: Heaven got a new angel...sounds like you are in a good attitude but this is hard.
Hug your mommy.
My heart goes out.

~Missy; January 3, 2011 at 9:58 PM
Live and Love LA said...: Oh no, Lindsay! I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how hard that must be! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Big hugs,
Erin; January 3, 2011 at 10:12 PM
Colleen said...: So sorry to hear about your Nana! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!; January 3, 2011 at 10:20 PM
katie said...: Oh my goodness girl I am so praying for you and your family. Praying for Gods comforting and unexplainable peace to cover your family in such a powerful way! You are such a beautiful example of faith. Your nana is singing with the angels right now, praising God, and in such a better place than we are! I really dont think the human mind can comprehend heaven, or else we would want to be there ASAP! A beautiful day will happen when you see her again! Love you girl, thankful to know you!; January 3, 2011 at 10:25 PM
christina said...: Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss> your family will be in my thoughts.; January 3, 2011 at 10:31 PM
Cara Craves... said...: So sorry to hear about your Nan.
Just think of her having a party with Jesus :); January 3, 2011 at 10:55 PM
Christin@purplebirdblog said...: I am praying for you and your family, Lindsay. xoxo; January 3, 2011 at 10:58 PM
floey said...: Sending so much love and prayers your way. She is starting the year in a place where she can watch over and love you with all her heart <33; January 4, 2011 at 4:05 AM
April said...: Thinking of you and your family Lindsay. Your Nana will still be with you and she'll be happy she can watch over you better now.; January 4, 2011 at 5:07 AM
alex said...: I am so sorry, Lindsay. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Think of her as your new guardian angel :); January 4, 2011 at 5:43 AM
Kim K said...: oh lindsay, im so sorry. my thoughts and prayers are with you.; January 4, 2011 at 8:25 AM
Jen @ She said. She said. said...: So sorry to here about your loss. I will celebrate her life as well.I'm toasting to her with my coffee! My thoughts are with you.; January 4, 2011 at 8:48 AM
hungryrunnergirl said...: Oh, Lindsay I am so sorry for your loss. I am sitting at my desk crying. I don't even know you in real life but I feel like I know you because you are such a huge example to me and it breaks my heart to know that you are suffering. Beautiful picture. Let me know if you need anything. I AM praying for you and your family!! LOVE YOU!!!; January 4, 2011 at 9:20 AM
janetha said...: thinking of you and your fam! <3; January 4, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) said...: Oh Lindsay, I am so sorry! I am so close with my grandmother and dread that day with so much fear. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Happy Anniversary today. My thoughts are with. I am sending many hugs your way.; January 4, 2011 at 12:48 PM
Abby Normally said...: So sorry to hear about your Nana. I'll be praying for you and your family. But you're right..it's a blessing to have grandparents with such a herat for the Lord!; January 4, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Lori said...: So sorry for your loss. :( But it sounds like she was truly an amazing woman. And you were blessed to have her in your life.; January 4, 2011 at 1:42 PM
Mindy@FindingSilverLinings said...: Lindsay, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
*sending hugs**
xo
Mindy; January 4, 2011 at 1:49 PM
Lisakthrives said...: I'm so sorry you lost your Nana. Losing someone so important is hard beyond words. I'll just beam you some comfort and hope the rest of your family and yourself can find some peace.

~Lisa; January 4, 2011 at 3:05 PM
Kris M O'Connor said...: Awwww - Nana's are the best.... They sneak us treats, love us unconditionally, and always make us feel better with cookies or a lovely hair brushing. So sorry for your loss Lindsay - xoxoxo; January 4, 2011 at 4:20 PM
katieemm said...: Hang in there, Lindsay. I've never lost someone close to me before, but I can imagine how hard it would be. Although, it is a part of life that we must accept, and eventually move on from. But, you are right...you should always love your Nana and never forget her. I think that aspiring to be her will be good for you...and it celebrates how wonderful of a person she was. Take your time to be with family...Cotter Crunch can wait. :)

You have my thoughts and love,

Katie; January 4, 2011 at 7:29 PM
Lisa @ bakebikeblog said...: Oh sweetie - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family xx take care; January 4, 2011 at 7:31 PM
Jess said...: I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.; January 4, 2011 at 7:31 PM
Madeline said...: My thoughts are with you and your family! Your Nana sounded like an amazing woman.; January 4, 2011 at 7:36 PM
Pure2raw Twins said...: So sorry to hear about your lost of your nana! We just lost our dear grandfather a few months ago, so I understand what you are going through and it is important to be with family :) My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones! HUGS
~Pure2raw Twins; January 4, 2011 at 7:50 PM
Liz said...: I'm a day late, but my thoughts are with you!; January 4, 2011 at 8:26 PM
Katherine said...: So so sorry to hear about your Nana. It is beautiful that you can find peace knowing she is with our LORD.; January 4, 2011 at 8:56 PM
Penny said...: My Thoughts are with you! I pray for you and yoru family in celebrating your nana's life.; January 4, 2011 at 10:01 PM
Page said...: Life is peculiar and sometimes throws us a curve ball. As so many said above, my thoughts are with you and your family.; January 4, 2011 at 10:52 PM
Eden said...: O Linds,
You know I know about loss. You are such an awesome person and don't deserve this heavy grief. If you need to bitch, cry, whine, or anything, email or even text me (i can send you my # in the email). Big hug, stay strong, and I have faith my momma and your nana are partying it up in heaven.; January 5, 2011 at 12:21 AM
the dawn said...: what a beautiful tribute. may the Lord be with you and your family during this time of grief.; January 5, 2011 at 6:14 AM
Samantha @ Bikini Birthday said...: I am so, so sorry for your loss.; January 5, 2011 at 9:12 AM
Nellie said...: It was good hearing from you this morning!

For some reason, I've been struggling with prayers lately, but I've been saying them for you and your family since I read your blog. So now you see how much I was thinking about you!; January 5, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Cynthia said...: I am so sorry about your loss.; January 5, 2011 at 1:38 PM
Cynthia said...: I am so sorry about your loss.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Samantha @ Bikini Birthday said...: I am so, so sorry for your loss.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Jess said...: I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Liz said...: I'm a day late, but my thoughts are with you!; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Jen @ She said. She said. said...: So sorry to here about your loss. I will celebrate her life as well.I'm toasting to her with my coffee! My thoughts are with you.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Live and Love LA said...: Oh no, Lindsay! I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how hard that must be! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Big hugs,
Erin; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
ERG said...: Very sorry about you losing your Nana. The photo is beautiful. I hope the grief is short and the memories of her lasting!
Hugs!
-R; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Kristinfulghum said...: sorry linds! glad you are able to celebrate her life.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Chloe said...: I am so sorry for your loss - your Nana and my Nawnaw are hang out up in heaven sipping on martinis and playing cards.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Kath said...: I feel so sorry for you! But I think she'll always be with you. As long as you have her in your heart, you can never actually lose her.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Megan @ Running Foodie said...: I'm so sorry Lindsay. I'm glad she was such an inspiration to you, though.; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Jess said...: I am so sorry for your loss! Praying for you and your family.
Hugs,

<3 jess; May 27, 2011 at 5:50 PM