It is so sad that Obama's grandmother has passed on, just one day before the fruits of all her efforts and sacrifices, are rewarded. She must have been an incredible person, to help raise such a compassionate, intelligent, and even tempered grandson. I have had several family members die of cancer or other terminal illnesses. The thing that always seemed to stick with me, as they passed, was their strong will to hang on until a certain momentous occasion took place. I'm sure she held on as long as she could. Maybe she was at peace and already knew that Barack will be our next president. I'm sure that she is looking down with great pride. My sincere condolences go out to Obama and his family. It has to be very difficult for them to concentrate on the campaign at this time, but his strength is just one more reason that I know, for sure, he can handle any situation that should be placed in his hands.