Our grandmother was an enigma and such a formidable character, so writ large in our family life and legend. The clue is in the name - we didn’t have a Granny, or a Nana - we had a Grand-mama. A big cheese. When I want to live out loud and unapologetically, I know I get this from her. Thank you Grandmama for showing how to live a life on your own terms.

Glamorous- especially in her younger and middle years, and also in her personal style throughout her life Loyal- to supporting my father's career and the life she believed in Courageous- in big things like sailing with my father across the Atlantic after retirement, also in many smaller things - taking on new challenges, living life without regret Strong willed and strong minded Loving Memorable