Grandma Liz

We're so sad to share the news that Matt's Mom passed away last week. It has been such a shock. She was such a fun, vibrant, smart, and purposeful person. She really was one of those people who could accomplish whatever she set her mind to.

I will truly miss her friendship. Every time we had a chance to sit down and talk I would come away with a little bit of wisdom, or a wider perspective on life. I remember when Eloise and Owen were very little (not so long ago) and it seemed like I would never catch up on my sleep, Liz told me how when her kids were little she got about 5 hours of sleep a night for "a lot of years". But then, she told me with a big smile, as time passes eventually you get more sleep until one day you will get to sleep in as late as you want every single day. What perfect words of encouragement for a sleep deprived new mama!

She was a top tier Grandma to Eloise and Owen (and Charlie, Willie, Rosie, Lizzie and Arabella). She liked to teach Eloise funny little jokes, give her pretty dresses and really fun toys. She had a special knack for tickling and cuddling with Owen and she was an expert at picking out the coolest toy trucks.

We all miss her so much. Eloise said "I'm really sad about Grandma Liz, but Papa is the saddest because she is his Mama."