Our Grandma Jenna's childhood was full of constant laughter and mischief. From her earliest days, she was known for her infectious grin and her endless curiosity. Whether she was climbing trees or chasing butterflies, Jenna's excitement for life was undeniable. Our Great-Grandparents often joked that she had a knack for finding trouble, but it was always with a heart full of innocence and wonder.

Across town, our Grandpa Raul's childhood was one of adventure and exploration. He was a boy of many talents, equally skilled with a soccer ball as he was with a paintbrush. Raul's love for nature was evident from a young age, spending hours wandering through the fields and forests that surrounded his home. Our Great-Grandparents would always tell us about the days when Raul would come home covered in mud, almost as a testament to his fearless spirit.

Our Grandparents always told us this story, we could always tell they were madly in love. They always began with the same sentence too..."It was a sunny afternoon when our paths first crossed." At the time our Grandparents were just teenagers with hearts full of dreams and possibilities, wanting someone to share it all with. Their first date was a whirlwind of laughter and nervous smiles, typical to their personalities. They explored the streets of their hometown together and went to see their favorite movie, Ferris Bueller's Day Off. They made a plan to have their own Ferris Bueller's Day and do everything they wanted just the two of them. We think from that moment on, they knew they would be together forever.

Life as a married couple was a beautiful dance for Grandma Jenna and Grandpa Raul as they moved in perfect harmony together. They faced their fair share of challenges, but with the constant love and support they showed one another, they conquered them all with ease. Whether they were building their first home or starting a family, our Grandparents did it all with a sense of grace and determination that inspired everyone around them.

Our Grandma Jenna had a talent and a love for gardening that was legendary in their neighborhood. She could often be found tending to her flowers with a smile on her face, her green thumb bringing life to even the most stubborn of plants.

Grandpa Raul, on the other hand, was known for his culinary skills. His homemade paella was a family favorite, with its tantalizing aroma drawing friends and neighbors to their doorstep. He always said, "It's a crowd pleaser!"

Becoming parents was the greatest joy of Grandma Jenna and Grandpa Raul's lives. They poured their hearts and souls into raising their children, imparting lessons of love, kindness, and perseverance along the way. From late-night feedings to first steps and beyond, Jenna and Raul embraced every moment of parenthood with open arms, cherishing the gift of family above all else.

They always said family was the heart of everything and that is one lesson we are grateful that we were taught by our Grandparents.

As the years passed and their children grew, and our Grandparents love only deepened. They welcomed grandchildren into their lives with open arms, reveling in the joy and laughter they brought with them. From baking cookies to telling bedtime stories, Grandma Jenna and Grandpa Raul cherished every moment spent with every one of their grandchildren, creating memories that would last a lifetime.

Though our Grandparents Jenna and Raul may no longer be with us in body, their spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved them. Their legacy is one of love, laughter, and boundless joy—a testament to a life well-lived. As we remember them today, let us take comfort in knowing that they are together once more, dancing among the stars and watching over us with eternal love.