I had this thought recently that I'd eventually like to resurface in the blogosphere with a beautiful tribute post, in memory of my mother. And that after that, I'd be able to move on - go back to 'Enjoying the Journey' ~ here on the blog, but more importantly, in real life. But, the thought of going back to inane posts about sleepovers and marshmallows - the thought of actually letting myself enjoy the journey again - without her to share it with, still feels wrong. At the same time, this sort of hibernation I've been in is starting to feel wrong too. So, here goes.
Young Beauty
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Adoring Mother
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Delighted Grandmother
Forever Friend
Some of the things that will always bring my mom to mind...
family cooking little league baseball chardonnay NYC soup St. Augustine Linda diabetes hospitals Barack Obama Meryl Streep Paul Newman primary peritoneal cancer wigs Philadelphia Wilt Chamberlain June 29 July 13 | Peanuts Winnie the Pooh op scrabble crossword puzzles German chocolate pie holidays compassion Joan Baez Elizabeth Berg Lifetime movies Terms of Endearment Crimes of the Heart swimming pools the beach charity sewing window treatments quilting |
Her spirit is alive and well in each one of these incredible people.
I love you Mom, and I miss you more than words can say.
7 comments:
We love you, Carolyn. You have always brought such a special kind of beauty to this family. Thank you.
Sorry don't know what happened to my ID
The list is so great. Can I add:
The West Wing
Beech Mountain
Treasure Lane
Dan
dan stole mine with the west wing ... but i wanted to add sewing (which i think you said), my dining room table, nate wanted to add christmas muffins, and most of all my daughter :-)
Amber
Carolyn that was beautiful and very touching. Your mom lived life to the fullest, as you do. No matter what came at her she handled it with such beauty and grace, as you do. The apple never falls far from the tree, and each time you look in the mirror know she is right there with you. Two beautiful women filled with love and grace.
I have more to say in time....now I just want to add to the list;
Book Club - the most amazing book club member a person could have. her mind was brilliant and at every month, everyone waited to hear what Delores thought about the book, before the conversation stated. She is missed. i love all the Schafer family and extended family members. Thanks, carolyn for postd this.
Donna
Beautiful post, Carolyn.
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