P, Usually I can't remember what I did yesterday, but in a year I've probably remembered at least 365 things about you and the impact that you had on my life for almost 10 years. I remember your voice as if you were speaking to me now, it's warm tone, the funny accent I used to mock and mimic endlessly. I remember you greeting me off 7 hour long National Express journeys and those hugs where you'd squeeze the life out of me. I remember your sneezing (followed by my sneezing) and how we'd have the sniffles in sync. I remember how you would wash the "pots", not the "dishes" and reassured me that not all women (you and I) are born to be chefs. I remember you introduced me to my go-to "I've had too much to drink" delicacy of cheesy chips, gravy and coleslaw. I remember countless pictures of wind turbines, because you embraced the fact that I am an absolute geek. I remember the pep talk before my driving test and the texts before every exam I ever sat. I remember the birthday cards and the Well Done cards and how you'd never sign a card without Reggie's name. I remember you watching 24 hours in A&E and asking when I'd be on the telly. I remember how proud you were when I had almost finished my Nursing degree and how proud I was to make you proud. Above all, I remember how you loved my Pa, flaws and all, and how together you were the strongest and most determined pair even in the most rubbish times. P, you taught me so much - when I was next to you - and from 250 miles away - and this past year you have continued to teach and inspire me from wherever you are in this world and for that I am beyond grateful. Ems x x