A few days after my Grandma passed away, Coach’s Dad gave us a Yellow Tabebuia tree to plant in our yard in Grandma’s memory.
Isn’t that just the nicest gift ever? Yes, I have said before how lucky I am to have two (thanks to the beauty of 2nd marriages) wonderful sets of in laws.
I chose the perfect spot to plant The Grandma Tree too. Just off the pool lanai area, where she is visible from the kitchen, family room, back hall, the master bedroom and of course the lanai too.
Right now she looks like this:
When this type of tree is moved, it will drop every singe leaf. she is bare naked.
We planted her a few weeks ago…and apparently she is happy because she is already sprouting leaves!!!!
This is what a mature Tabebuia tree looks like. They have a short, but intense blooming period…I think in March. Not sure if ours will bloom this coming year, or maybe wait a year?
One thing I did learn about these trees is that the more mature they become, the more blooming they will do. I think that is pretty cool...
getting older makes you show more of your true color!
Which sums up my Grandmas’ life perfectly.
If she was full of anything, she was full of color!!!
How a wonderful gift! I think it is really cool that as it gets older it will show more of it's color. And I think it's cool that in many way we are the same way. Your grandma was a very cool woman!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely remembrance of your Grandma and such a thoughtful gesture. You will all enjoy watching that little tree over the years.
ReplyDeleteA lovely gift--when my Mom passed away this year, her dear friend gave us a hydrangea in her name. I think that gifting live plants is a truly wonderful way to honor a loved one's memory. I'll look forward to seeing if you post photos of it blooming in March 1010!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a nice and unique gift. And, like you said, each year as it grows it will only get better and better. I'd like to think that we are all like that, getting better with age like a fine wine or musty cheese. And when it fills up with those lovely blooms it will be a reminder of her love and spirit each year. :)
ReplyDeleteThat is a great gift! What a wonderful way to keep the memory :) I can't wait to see it in full bloom!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a thoughtful and heartfelt gift - I love it! That is going to be a beautiful tree! I think planting a tree is one of the best ways to honor someones memory.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift!! Good Lord, that is one beautiful tree:)
ReplyDeleteThis is truly a wonderful gift and from everything you've said about your grandmother and the tree it is entirely appropriate as a memorial for your grandmother.
ReplyDeleteWhat a thoughtful gift to remember Grandma.
ReplyDeletethis makes me so happy suz... and yes, you are so luck to have such great inlaws! i love that they know how lucky they are to have YOU!
ReplyDeleteHi Suz, I'm catching up on blogs. I think it may take me a year!!!! ha... I did read through all of yours this past week. Love your kitchen. It's so roomy!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd the Tabebuia tree is perfect for you to keep your Grandma alive in your heart. What a gorgeous tree. I love the yellow!!!!
Hope you have had a good week. I've missed you.
Hugs,
Betsy--who is THRILLED to be home 'finally'
Aw, I love this! And it's going to make a stunning addition to your yard too. Can't wait to see it come spring! : )
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful way to remember your Grandma, everytime you look at her tree!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to celebrate a life:)
ReplyDeleteThat's a beautiful, thoughtful gift. No wonder Coach is such a great guy; he was taught by one! I think yellow is a perfect color for your grandma, too - so bright and strong and happy. That tree will be a joy every day! XO
ReplyDeletegorgeous.
ReplyDeletegreat tree.
great tribute.
i hope you have many years together.
:-)
What a wonderful gift, and a beautiful tribute to your grandma! **still missing my grandma every day**
ReplyDeleteA tree is a wonderful memorial, and one that blooms with such color is totally appropriate for your grandmother.
ReplyDeleteHello Busy Bee, first let me thank you for stopping by my blog today thru Lori and leaving such a nice comment. That was very thoughtful.
ReplyDeleteSecond, what a marvelous treasure that tree will be in the coming seasons. A never ending reminder of the life lived by a special Grandmother. I am sure it will bring you some happy thoughts for years to come.
So wonderful and beautiful..what a great tribute!
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What an AWESOME gift. It's not hard to see that the apple didn't fall far from the tree in Coach's family, huh?
ReplyDeletePerfection in the form of a gift. Perfection for you too, as this tree will serve to clean the air you breathe in your home as well. She will never be far away. ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteBy the way, because of your posts recently, I've made it a point to visit my grandmother (Bobo) on Wednesdays again. I stopped going as often after my mom got mad that I married outside of Islam. Now, I go anyway. It's tough with the tension in the air, but I don't care. I love my Bobo and I want to thank you for reminding me what is important in life...time spent with those we love.
what a beautiful gift idea and it will live on just like your precious gramma. beautiful truly beautiful... in thought and in deed.
ReplyDeletehugs,
chris
What a fantastic idea. And a gorgeous tree!
ReplyDeleteWonderful post! I think it's the perfect gift to remember your Grandma.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift and reminder of your grandma's special life spirit. I love it! I'm going to remember this one.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to future pictures of it flowering.
I love this very, very much. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteMost beautiful BB, very heart-warming. Your attitude towards life is so very inspiring!!
ReplyDeleteThats beautiful Suz, what a lovely gift.
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