The Love Of My Sister, Elene

 Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 11:33pm
Jennie Elene, was born Oct. 12, 1922 and died Aug. 20, 1987. Elene was a very special person, a kind and loving mother. Even in the tough times, Elene held her family together. I was blessed to be able to live with Elene and Edward for a year when I was seven. Although I was Elene's little brother, I was loved and taken care of like a son. When I reached nine and decided to go live with Dad, I became her little brother. On many visits from then on, Elene and I had many great and personal conversations. We talked about our lives and how things might have been if Mother had lived. I am sure many in my family have asked ourselves the same question. Even at four years old, I can remember the night I stood by Mother's bed in the hospital in Donalsonville, and as she held my hand, told me to be a good boy and that I would be staying with Eltrym for a while. Elene was really a fun person to be around. I can remember when Elene and Edward lived in Donalsonville close to the courthouse. I must have been about thirteen or fourteen. One night Elene played some records and we danced and had a ball. I could go on and on, but I was reading a book tonight that Julie gave me and I came upon this poem. "The Love Of A Sister" by Begary. I could not help but think of Elene and how much I missed her after twenty two years. The poem goes: If love could change the way things are, you would live forever and go so far. You'd know that I am always there. That I'll always love you, I'll always care. But love can't change the way things are, Or stop your pain or mend your scars. I hope that love can let you know, Not to give up or ever let go. Even when you're not in sight, You're in my thoughts day and night. Love is what will keep you there, And make me thankful for all we share. One day my Sister, we'll meet again. Jake
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Bryan Lees-- I heard Tammy talk about so many positive and loving memories of her Grandparents that I feel like I knew them myself. I look forward to meeting them one day.
October 28, 2009 at 11:56pm · Jake Cannon Thanks Bryan, I hope we all can meet soon. Time is passing fast for some of us. Spending time with Tammy and the kids in Columbus was a real blessing. Take care.
October 28, 2009 at 11:59pm · Bryan Lees I agree. Hopefully, I can make the next GA trip.
October 29, 2009 at 12:09am · Sheila Donalson Del Castillo Although I was unable to spend a lot of time with Aunt Elene when we were growing us, the times that I did were special. She always treated us like we were there all of the time and always made us feel at home. I loved her laugh. It was the best!
October 29, 2009 at 6:48am · Steve Cannon I feel the same as all of you. I just wish that I could have had more time to spend with all.
October 29, 2009 at 7:16am · Belinda Baxter Brooks i just love reading this. it makes me think of grandaddy. I remember him talking about aunt Elene, he would always call her aunt Elene to me, when ever he talked about her. he really love ya'll so much.
October 29, 2009 at 1:40pm · Sherrie Donalson Walker She was very special and had a way of making you feel very special also. You were special to her.
October 29, 2009 at 6:39pm · Sherrie Donalson Walker By they way, you made me cry. This is the second time I read this and it is just as special as the first time.
October 29, 2009 at 7:34pm · Julie E. Cannon Love is apparent in our family. I feel blessed.
October 29, 2009 at 8:21pm · Donna Mathis Thank you Jake for remembering momma in this way and letting other people know how special she was.