Oh Grace, this is such a special layout and I'm so sorry that you don't have many pictures. I don't either, but we have the memories in our heads. Then I lost a LOT of mine in a flood. I'm SO happy that you had a loving aunt who loved gardening. That's a special gift to be in love with gardening. I have been blessed with a green thumb and it is often my meditation and salvation. Thank you SO much for sharing this special story and layout with us.

This is so beautiful, Bubby. Your journaling is so touching, it made me teary. To have dealt with two sudden losses like that, I can't even imagine, no wonder you are such a strong amazing woman. I love gardening too and that is my spiritual place and where I spend time when my thoughts need sorting out or I'm missing the special people I've lost. What a beautiful 19 year old, that hair, oh my, it's gorgeous. And the days of wearing hats to church, I remember them well. Love the colors and your clusters are absolutely amazing.

Your layout is elegant in it's simplicity, leaving the photos and journaling center stage. I'm glad you found your love soon after your loss. Thank you for sharing these hard moments with us!