Guest Blogger Marsha, Marsha, Marsha Ballance

What  to say about Grandma Jo....what is there not say. She is truly one of the most stubborn, caring, loving ladies I have ever known. But if you truly know her, Love just comes automatically with her, on both sides. I have to admit, that this was a scary family when they came into 3 Rivers over 10 years ago. But, when you get to know Gram, you don't have to know why, the over protection was there. After a few months, it was the first time in a long time I felt a grandmas love again. Until recently I have never heard a complaint or ouch out of her. Always just that beautiful smile with a "oh that's alright" I can say now that I am truly grateful, I have gained a second family, that I don't know what I'd do without. They all love me unconditionally, and I feel the same towards them. I also have to say Grandma Jo has one dedicated, and caring daughter who she is daily by her side. She might miss a day here or there, so she can recharge herself. But I've seen first hand, her guilt, and sadness knowing gram is sitting alone. Grandma Jo is one lady who deserves to be told and showed she is loved, for one simple fact. She might not be able to make her beautiful crafts anymore, or do her get a tax number yard sales, or any of the number of things she always did. But, one thing that never will be taken from her, is what she does the best anyways. She LOVES!! Thank you for loving me Grandma Jo.