Foolishly, I didn’t realize how much I would miss my Granny today. This was her day. She would cook for her entire tribe and treat us to the best evening of the year. It’s simply not the same without her at the table. And I guess that’s okay; life changes and we change with it. But it doesn’t mean I have to forget. It doesn’t mean there’s nothing lingering in the forging of new traditions. My emotion today reinforces the fact that our time together was meaningful. Her legacy lives on in her children and grandchildren preparing the same meals, gathering together to give thanks to all our family enjoys. I love you so much Granny, and I’m thankful for everything you provided for our tribe. We carry it onward, in your honor, and to honor the future generations that come after us.