A tribute to the best grandma one could ever have My grandma Muriel Enid Boudville was truly a wonderful and remarkable lady. She was the beaming light to so many people. Even at the age of 98 years old, she could remember things I myself could not recall. She had accomplished things no one could imagine and age was never a barrier. At 75 years old, she took the bold step of going to America and 7 years later, she passed the exams to become a US Citizen. She certainly had passion for life and her never say die attitude still lives on in my memory. I still find it amazing that at 85 years old, she had sent an e-mail to me and she did the whole thing herself. As a child, I practically grew up with used to meet her a few times in a week and when holidays arrived, rest assured I would be spending time with her at her PJ house. Of course, I was treated with all my favourite food like sausages dipped in egg and bread crumbs and then friend to perfection and other types of food. Her roast pork dish was simply out of this world. I still vividly remember the morning walks to the market with her where she used to buy fresh soya bean and a visit to the grocery shop called Fat Man shop was also a routine .In the afternoon we would catch a movie at the Ruby or Paramount Cinema whenever a new show appeared. In the evenings, we played scrabble for hours and I owe it to her for the improvement in my English language. Granny used to also come for my school sports day and if I did badly, she always had a word of encouragement. In some ways, I had the luxury of having 2 mothers which is a privilege to any child. I really enjoyed those moments spending with my grandparents and it made my childhood all the more meaningful. When she left for US in 1994, it left a big void in my heart and I was filled with mixed emotions as one part was happy that she would be spending time with her youngest daughter Brenda and the other part sad because I would be missing someone who I used to see on a weekly basis. Granny taught me many things in life especially good manners, respect and sound moral values. She was a very straight forward person and will tell you off if it was not right .In a way, she moulded me to what I have become today. She was my motivator, confidante and her greatest quality was to encourage me to make the best of everything .Guess the motto face the bull by the horns kind of influenced me. Her passing leaves a massive hole in my heart but I will always draw strength from the things she taught me. A tough lady with a very soft and caring heart. It has been an honour to have shared my life with this great lady and she will certainly be missed by all but her memory will always remain with us. I take comfort that she is in a better place now which is free from pain as she sails into the wind with all the angels and saints. Knowing my grandma, she must be already looking down and smiling at us. May her soul rest in peace and may the perpetual light shine on her. Legacy of Love of a wonderful grandma A wife, a mother, a grandma too, This is the legacy we have from you. You taught us love and how to fight, You gave us strength, you gave us might. A stronger person would be hard to find, And in your heart, you were always kind. You fought for us all in one way or another, Not just as a wife, not just as a mother. For all of us you gave your best, Now the time has come for you to rest. So go in peace, you’ve earned your sleep, Your love in our hearts, we’ll eternally keep. Adios grandma till we meet again ………………………… Your loving grandson Jerry