I hope to be like Mama Tutu

My Dad's parents have always been Mama & Papa Tutu to me. My Mama Tutu is a wonderful woman. She's getting older now and not in such good health. I'm not sure if the last time we spoke on the phone will be the last. I feel an urge to see her again, but even if I could there is no guarantee she would know who I am. I feel so lucky to have grown up in the Martinez family. Thank you Mama Tutu for always loving me for who I am. Thank you for being such a fun grandma and sharing so many things with me. If I give my grandchildren half of what you gave me, I will have succeeded. You will always be part of me. I love you.

Mama Tutu and Kurtis in 1997.