As I landed at LAX to see my family for the holidays I received an unfortunate phone call that my great-grandmother had passed away. While I walked through the airport alone, and found my luggage I tried to process the information and grasp the news I had just gotten. Although I thought the appropriate emotion was sadness, I could't help but to feel a sense of calm. My great-grandmother lived an amazing, adventure filled, exciting life for 99 years and enjoyed every moment of it. She was never sick and was loved by everyone she met. She was wise beyond her years and yet so relatable at the same time. She always had a perfect manicure and lipstick on wherever she went, and loved to dance, even at her 98th birthday she demanded a live band! I enjoyed every moment we shared and loved her very much. Born in Rhodes, Greece she lived her life very relaxed and used her care-free attitude in every aspect of her life. She taught me not to sweat the small things and enjoy every day and for that I will forever be grateful. Although I am of course saddened by the loss of our family's matriarch, I feel so lucky to have had her in my life. She truly was one of the most amazing people I ever met. Love you Nona Lucy!
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