The ground was covered in gravel mixed with mud from the rain.

Derek's eyes showed concern.

Even though I wore long pants, they were thin.

He said nothing though, and knelt beside me as I prayed. Aurora and the others behind us bowed their heads.

"Grandma, I'll bring the baby to see you. When she can talk, I'll teach her to call you 'great-grandma.'"

"If you need anything where you are, send me a sign in my dreams."

"Grandma, I'll live well just like you ...