Our very special verse Mum, year after year X Hundreds of stars in the pretty sky, Hundreds of shells on the shore together, Hundreds of birds that go singing by, Hundreds of birds in the sunny weather. Hundreds of dewdrops to greet the dawn, Hundreds of bees in the purple clover, Hundreds of butterflies on the lawn, But only one Mother.... the wide world over. My darling, wonderful Mum, I simply can’t express in a few words what you meant to me but I know that you know how much I loved you and what a huge part of my life you were. You helped to make me the person I am proud to be today with your love, wisdom and compassion and I will hold on to those qualities for ever. Memories make the world go round and I have so many wonderful memories of happy times spent with you that will help to carry me through the difficult times ahead without you. I will still talk to you often, asking for your advice and I know it will come shining through. I take such comfort from knowing that you are now with my darling Dad again in another world and I know that you will both be looking down on us all, loving us and encouraging us each and every day. Mum, you were quite simply.... the best and I will love you for ever and a day. Your Alison Jane XXXXXXXXXXX

My Grandma, my little best friend. Oh how much I am going to miss you now you're not here, but how much comfort we take to know you have been reunited with your Eddie after all these years. Not only have you been the most wonderful Grandma, but you've truly been such an amazing friend, always there to have a natter over a cup of tea, to share your advice, and guide me through the crazy little thing called life. What a unique bond we shared. I am beyond grateful for all of our special memories - from your dream trip to London to see The Lion King, walks around the garden centre, getting in your bed every Christmas morning, teaching me how to make your meat and potato pie, our weekly sleepovers in your bungalow, and so many more. As special as they were, NOTHING in the world could beat sitting in the chair to the right of you listening to your stories. I will forever keep your tales/theories and stories you've shared with me close to my heart (and in the notes on my phone) and will tell my own children one day. When the time comes for me to get married to Ben, I know you'll be with me as I walk down the aisle to our song - Elvis Presley- Can’t help falling in love. 7 years ago we watched the Elvis documentary and we had the conversation that it would be a beautiful song to have at my wedding. I promise you I will make it happen, just so you can be there with me 🤍. Oh, and lemon prawns as a starter as per your request. Seeing your face light up when this song came on during Lion King is one of my fondest memories, so these lyrics will stay with me forever; 'She lives in you She lives in me She watches over Everything we see Into the water Into the truth In your reflection She lives in you' - The Lion King - He Lives in You Thank you for everything you have done for me, for us, for your family. Sweet dreams Our Queen ♕. ‘Ta-ra love’. I hope I make you proud. My love forever, Your Hannah May xxxx

I stood by your bed last night; I came to have a peep. I could see that you were crying you found it hard to sleep. I spoke to you softly as you brushed away a tear, "It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here." I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea, You were thinking of the many things and memories of me. I was with you at the shops today; your arms were getting sore. I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more. I was with you at my grave today; you tend it with such care. I want to re-assure you, that I'm not lying there. I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key. I gently put my hand on you; I smiled and said, "it's me." You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair. I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there. It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday. To say to you with certainty, "I never went away." You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew... in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you. The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning and say "good-night, God bless, I'll see you in the morning." And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide, I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side. I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see. Be patient, live your journey out...then come home to me.