Orania Hamilton

Every time YiaYia Rae laid eyes on me she said sort of turned her head and looked at me through the corner of her eye and with a great big smile said, "have I told you today that you´re beautiful?" And then followed it with a red lipstick-laden kiss on the cheek. I loved my Yiayia Rae and especially her cooking. Like others have mentioned she had some kind of old world cooking that seemed to be made with magic. Anyone who has experienced something like it will know what I mean. Come to think...

I can still remember the phone call I received from Rae inquiring about a move to Sandpoint. It was a funny call because I am a Realtor in Sandpoint and at the time she lived in Spokane(1.5hr drive away), and she didn't want to bother her children but instead asked if I would come pick her up to look at property in Sandpoint. She did end up having her daughter bring her to meet me and in walked the cutest little lady that was full of personality. I had such a great time touring homes with...

My aunt Rae was my late mother's kid sister. She was beautiful, kind, intelligent, and a wonderful mom. She actually became an acclaimed poet later on in life; and her poetry was absolutely beautiful! I loved my aunt Rae; and I know she loved me. I will think of you always Aunt Rae, LOVE Ralph.

Hi Mom, You have been gone 8 months; and not a day goes by that I don't think of you. In our travels and outings we explored, ran errands, grocery shopped or had a meal somewhere; so everywhere I still go...I see you there in my memories. Miss you very much, Love DeeDee