My Grandmother was a very special person in my life. A Russian immigrant who escaped persecution at the age of 12, she landed in Baltimore with an 8th grade education and lots of chutzpah. I was very close to her and loved hearing the stories from her youth. Though she died years ago, I was able to bring those memories--and her essence--back to life with the magic of video. When I watch this clip, I feel as though she's here in the room with me.