Love Her Heart

I am part of a legacy. One of the greatest legacies this world will ever know, in my most humble opinion. This is the story of the Towler legacy. It starts with a one Jerry Towler and catalyzes with a one Lois Ann. The love between these two is astronomical and so far beyond human comprehension, I almost feel sorry for you if you've never witnessed it. With their love, these two brought four dashing young gentlemen into this world and it has never been the same. Now, these six in of themselves could be a legacy, but as they say, "Go big or go home." Well, the Towler's ain't going home anytime soon. Four lovely wives and nine grandkids later, the Towler legacy reigns on and will continue to, thanks to our big Ben and little Owen. Do the math; there's nineteen of us and we all sign the same last name (by the way, it's pronounced Tow-ler not Towl-er).

So, why am I telling you about this legacy--to brag? Well yeah. We've got beauty, brains, skill, charm, know-how, the whole kit-and-kaboodle, and all that. But most of all, I'm telling you about this legacy because we've got heart. And it all started with the most loving heart of all, Lois Ann Towler.

For the past few weeks Lois Ann has been putting up a fight against an array of medical problems. And for every hour of every day and every night, she had a fellow Towler in that hospital room fighting with her. If that's not family, I don't know what is.

It agonizes me to say that our legacy stands one woman short as of tonight, but only in the physical sense. Lois Ann lives on in every last one of our hearts. And although in mourning, they beat strong.

I wish so much, with my big fat Towler heart, that you were still on this earth with us, Grandma. But I know you'll always be with us in our hearts wherever we go and I'll be okay knowing that. Thank you for your eternal love. You will never be forgotten--not in a million years, not a chance. I love you so much. Rest in peace, Grandma Lois.

From left: Grandpa Jerry, me, Grandma Lois

Namaste.

Holly Ann

PS: The title of this blog is derived from a phrase that I always associated with Grandma Lois. If you ever told her about someone with problems of any kind, that was her reply. I can't really think of a good one, but for example:

- "I've had this flu for days and it's not getting any better!"
- "Oh well love your heart! Can I get you some soup?"