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Rae Marjorie Donovan

I remember, When you held my hand and walked me to school on my first day, and how I tried to follow you home. I remember, You working long days on your feet, and then staying up until after midnight, sewing my ballet tutus and the smile on your face as you watched me dance. I remember, Following you around the paddocks of Pops farm in Crows Nest looking for petrified wood. I remember, Being a shy teenager, so you enrolled me in a Deportment and make-up class to boost my confidence. I remember, Wonderful holidays by the beach, camping, fishing, crabbing and swimming. I remember, When I left school and started work in the Bank, how excited you were for me. I remember, You encouraging me to spread my wings and see the world, and then worrying every day, until I was home safe again. I remember, The day I was married and you worked so hard to make sure it was the perfect day I had always dreamed of. I remember, The day I told you, your first grandchild was on the way, and how you cried tears of joy. I remember, How proud you were of all your grandchildren and how you loved them unconditionally. You shared all their achievements with anyone who would listen and you thought they were the most amazing, talented humans who ever lived. I remember, You were always immaculately dressed with your hair just right, your lipstick on and rings on your fingers. I remember, How you loved pottering around in your garden and painting beautiful pictures which we will always treasure. I remember, How you loved Christmas and would be tipsy after one glass of champagne. I remember, Your profound faith, your generosity and your love of family. And most of all, I remember how much I loved you. From Sandra.