My mothers birthday would have been this Wednesday, and since I will be at a Managers Retreat...and it's on my mind, I will write my thoughts now.
My Great Aunt passed away Sept 23, 2008. She had been sick, and in the hospital for a few days. I've always thought that my mother came to escort her to the other side, because she wanted one of her favorite people to share her birthday with her. Mom always loved a good party, with lots of yummy food!
I've been thinking so much of my mother these past few days, and have been on a pretty emotional roller coaster. Tonight when I got home, the kids asked what was for dinner - I was so happy to make Tomato Soup and Noodles - yep, that's it...elbow noodles and tomato soup. Mom used to make it all the time - so simple, yet the best thing on a cool fall evening.
We sat at the table and remembered wonderful things about my mom. Jos talked of how my mom could make friends with ANYONE, even in the grocery store line. She always had a positive attitude, and would drop anything to help you. Addy gets a little more emotional when she talks about her Mauree. I watched the tears well up as she remembered my mom making special treats for her, tea parties, walks to play with the kittens or feed the cows. Mom and Addy were the best of friends.
So many thoughts fill my soul as I think of the time I had with my mom. Jayson and I lived with my parents for 2 years - 2 glorious years that I am so thankful to have had. I loved taking my mom on rides to town, making something tasty, driving to 1888 to check on Gran and Grandad, watching a good Doris Day movie, or watching her love my Addy as if no one else in the world could be any more perfect than her.
It's been almost three years since I lost my mom, and some days the tears wont stop. Oh how I wish I could just call her up, and tell her about Ashtons new Halloween costume he's been running around in for the past two days, or how Addy gets 100% on her spelling and Math every day, or how Jos is a TEENAGER, and I am so sorry for rolling my eyes! I wish she could see my new house, and my wonderful kitchen, because that is in fact the MOST important room in any good wife's home (thanks mom).
Birthdays are for celebrating, so I will hold back my sobbing emotions. Life is so wonderful, and I was taught to live it to the fullest!
I miss you mom! Happy Birthday.
1 week ago
4 comments:
It broke my heart when you said how you just want to call her and tell her about Ashton wearing his new halloween costume or about telling her about your new kitchen-so sad :( You dont really think of those little things until they are not there to tell them to anymore. I cant imagine not having my mom to call and talk to everyday. My heart goes out to you. At least you have a awesome hubby and family that you can talk to and love!
Today Max said he played with Ashton at school and that he likes him and wants to play with him one day and he said "he has the same hair do as me mom"! They are so dang cute, I wish they could stay this age forever!
Well that was a tear jerker! I'm so sorry for your loss. And I know its been almost 3 years. You made me realize how things can change so fast and to not take for granted my mom! I think there is nothing more special you can do for you mom than to remember her like you do, and to try and be like her! Your an awesome mom!
What a beautiful post Margaret.
It is those special days and occasions that seem to bring out the hurt and ache of missing our parents just a little more.
I believe your Mom is with you. I believe she knows what is going on in your life and your children's. I believe she has a smile on her face and is incredibly proud of you.
That was such a nice post. I bet ur mom was a great woman. Look how u turned out!!! Sorry for ur loss too. I had no idea. I want to say, I had a really good time at the retreat with u. I feel like finally I got to know u a little better. I wish u lived closer to me!!!
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