Amazing Grace

Our neighbour Grace turned 80 the other day and her friends with the help of Renee' celebrated the occasion with a special block party. The weather was supposed to be fine but as it turned out became nasty and tried to dampen the occasion. Renee invited everyone inside to a decorated venue and the flood of friends and neighbours filled every space.

Neighbors mingled and united or reunited in a festive mood. Grace was not privy to the party and when she was escorted into the room was completely speechless for a few moments. I believe every neighbour within blocks showed up and and grace was showered with best wishes and gifts. Grace made it a point to give everyone a hug and made her way through the crowd to personally greet and thank everyone for coming.

Renee's committee provided tasty items for lunch but the main attraction was the beautifully decorated cake. Cheers rose as Grace made the first cut and the ladies began sharing the cake with the guests.

Grace is no ordinary lady. She is capable of looking after her large property and her landscaping is exceptional. She has an inner kindness which makes it easy for her to be generous with all the neighbours. As a crossing guard at a local public school she can name every student she keeps safe and most parents who come by to pick up their youngsters. Her memory goes way beyond as she also knows all the names of the dogs and their masters who happen to walk by her home.

You can be assured that you will see Grace working outside every day during summer and people walking by frequently stop to share a few minutes with her. On a personal note Grace has been a kind and helpful  friend to Theresa and I and when we travel she keeps a watchful eye on our home.

It is fair to say that we all wish Grace the happiest of birthdays and to have continued good health and to remain the person we fondly call Amazing Grace.