Today, December 8th it has been 365 days I have been without my mama.
For some reason 365 days seems much more daunting than 1 year.
To say this past year has been daunting is an understatement. Before now I had never gone more than a couple days without talking to my mom. We talked everyday, and saw each other at least every other day.
Even though it was a blessing to see her released from the pain she felt, it was gut wrenching to watch her take her last breath.
This is the last time I remember my mom looking healthy. We were in the airport on the way home from the Price I$ Right
Amanda and I were so very blessed to take care of her in her last days.
We were blessed
to have the privilege to care for her in the loving way she taught us to.
Amanda, Mom and I on Christmas 2006We were blessed
to be singing to her when her tired body gave it's very last effort to hang on to this life.
We were blessed
to know that she was in no pain in the end
We are blessed
to know that she was welcomed into Heaven with open arms by her big brother that loved her so very much. She left this life and joined him again on his birthday.
My mom and her two older brothers
We were blessed
to have the best training and help from Hospice.
More than anything.....
We are blessed to have such a great mom.
She taught us how to love,
She taught us how to pray,
She taught us how to work hard,
She taught us how to have fun,
and
She taught us how to live our life in a way that would make her proud.
I have missed her all 365 days.
Most importantly, I know that she has been with me all 365 days, and she will be with me for the rest of my life.
That I know for sure.
4 comments:
Crying as I write this. Genia.. you are such a strong beautiful woman & this post is so touching & so sweet & loving. I couldn't imagine.. I just couldn't. My mom lives in FL so everyday is a struggle to not have her near me to watch Shiloh grow, to hang out with or to even see just once a month but at least we have internet & the phone.. if I didn't have that I am not sure if I would be as strong as you are. I am definitely calling my mom tomorrow & telling her just how much she means to me. WOW I know your mom is so proud to be your mom just as you are her daughter. My heart goes out to you xo
I can hardly see through my tears!!! You are amazing, I just want you to know that! This post is so touching! I can just see your mom smiling down at you and Amanda!!! (((HUGS)))
Tears! I remember when my mom called and told me she had passed. We were decorating our tree for Christmas. My heart broke again. Sydney loves to go by the cemetary and "see" Caroleen! She loves her headstone! It makes me laugh...Bless Their Heart! Sending hugs to you all!
What a beautiful tribute to your beautiful Mother. I know she is proud of you and grateful for you and all that you gave to her as she prepared to meet our Father in Heaven. Thank you for sharing this.
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