My grandmother, Kathleen Frances Maude Moore (or Nanny as we called her), died last week. She suffered a stroke after a nice day out with her writing club and coffee people. Her death was quick and apparently without much pain – she most certainly would have approved. While I did not have much contact to her over the last years (as she lived in Victoria, BC), I talked to her once or twice a year. She would regularly remark that I should make my way out to BC to visit her before she ‘turns her toes upwards’. Alas, I did not make that appointment. The memorial service to celebrate her life just passed, and my family wanted to set the tone to celebration; she would have not approved of over-excessive mourning. Loads of people attended ranging from alternatives in their mid twenties to well groomed in suite and tie. On that occasion, my sister remarked that Nanny was always willing to dispense advice if asked. One of the things that stuck was “If you want to be ahead as a young women, wear high heels and a hat.” Anyways, I feel prompted to post a tunecast on this matter. As mentioned above, mourning was not her style. I found the appropriate song instantly – one that celebrates life for what it is – a short moment that we must make the best out of. To celebrate Nanny’s life as an example of just that, I bring you a tune from Ferraby Lionheart’s 2007 album ‘Catch The Brass Ring’ entitled ‘Before We’re Dead’ with tribute to Kathleen Frances Maude Moore, RIP.