Mamaw
There are days on this blog when I write about chalkboards. Y’all know I can go overboard about that. And I write sometimes about parties. I can be a little overkill there, too. But, when I write from my heart about people I love, I never, ever do them justice. I’m just not a good enough writer for that. But, today I’ll attempt it again, because certain life events can’t be passed over without a few specials words, howeverinadequate they may be.
If you’re from the South, you most likely have a Mamaw. Mine has been a big part of my life since the day I was born, and I had to say good-bye to her a few days after Christmas. So, it’s been an emotional start to the New Year for our family so far. Sad, because I’m going to miss this sweet smiling face for awhile. But also very happy, because I know, at this moment, she’s in Heaven with people she has missed for a long time, loving on them and being loved back. And probably baking up some biscuits or one of her other famous recipes.
She cooked her heart out for her family. That’s one of the ways she loved us so well. She’d say, “Y’all eat, now!” even when we had stuffed ourselves sick. She knew everyone’s favorite foods and made them exactly how we liked them. And thanks to my fabulous Aunt Kandi putting together a recipe scrapbook for all the grandkids years ago, we have a collection of some of Mamaw’s favorites in her own writing.
So, in her honor, I’m sharing Mamaw’s sausage ball recipe today. She made these for us many times. They’re simple, but delicious. You may have made these before, but it’s a great classic that everyone should have on hand.
I’m going to miss this lady. She was one of my biggest fans throughout my entire life. When Dave and I were building our first house years ago, she was so proud we thought she would burst. She probably even thought this sunflower dress looked good on me. (What was I thinking?!)
She would squeeze us to death with her hugs and cry every time we left.
She was a wonderful Christian, and because she left no doubt about that, we have the promise of Heaven and seeing her again. And until that day, we will love her from a distance, repeat her famous phrases, bake her recipes, and speak of her influence on us. And if I live to have grandkids of my own, I hope I’ll be just like her.
DD's Cottage
January 8, 2015 @ 3:13 pm
I am sorry for your loss-I know how important grandparents can be and I am lucky my grandmother, who is 96, is still around. Sending you good thoughts to help with your sadness
Julie
January 8, 2015 @ 8:08 pm
Thanks so much, Darrielle!
April Braveheart
January 8, 2015 @ 5:29 pm
I too lost a grandma this Christmas, on Dec. 28th. I'm sorry for your loss♡ I hope someday to be described like your grandma. You have a way with words and I'm certain she's pleased by it!
Julie
January 8, 2015 @ 8:10 pm
That's the day my Mamaw left us, too, April! I'm sorry for your loss as well. Thanks so much for your sweet comments 🙂
Jordyn Brown
January 9, 2015 @ 2:21 pm
You had me absolutely tearing up, mostly because I have a MawMaw so similar to yours! But also because the pictures you shared made me feel her warmth & she looks like she had such a beautiful spirit.
It's such a blessing that you're able to have some of her recipes-thanks for sharing this one!
xoxo, SS
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Julie
January 9, 2015 @ 8:13 pm
Thank you, Jordyn! So sweet!
Marlene B.
January 9, 2015 @ 2:35 pm
Your Mamaw was beautiful and isn't it so comforting to know they are walking on streets of gold now with our Savior and we will see them again one day! Prayers going out to you and your family.
Julie
January 9, 2015 @ 8:13 pm
Yes, it is! Thanks so much for your prayers!
kandi
January 10, 2015 @ 3:05 am
Thank you Julie wonderful memories
Heather Clamp
January 10, 2015 @ 4:24 am
Julie, I'm sorry you lost someone so dear to you, and yet how comforting when we are assured we will meet that loved one again one day. You brought to mind memories of my Granny, who also cooked her heart out for her family. Blessings to you and yours as you grieve and adjust.
Jackie Lee
January 10, 2015 @ 8:32 am
Such a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to your Mamaw. You allowed me to "get to know" her with your writing and I thank you! I will certainly be making her Sausage Balls too!
GratefulPrayerThankfulHeart
January 10, 2015 @ 3:33 pm
You did a splendid and loving tribute to your dear mamaw and she Is beaming from heaven for it. Sweet photos! Sure hope those wonderful memories help bridge the time until you are all together again.
Suzanne Moore
January 11, 2015 @ 10:13 pm
A beautiful tribute to your Mamaw! I had a Mamaw and a Memaw, comes to think of it, it is a southern thing, huh? Loved the pictures and her smile! Blessings, Suzanne
tdc2283
January 12, 2015 @ 1:31 am
I am so sorry for your loss. That was a beautiful tribute to her. Prayers for all of you!