I talked to my mom pretty much every day. Sometimes it was long conversations, sometimes short. Other times it was mom helping me with a problem or telling what was going on in my hometown. There were times where we drove each other crazy. We were alike in a lot of ways. I've been told you never get over missing a parent. I believe that it true. I still think "oh I forgot to call mom today' or 'Sophie did well on her report card. I can't wait to tell Mom.' And then it hits me. I can't call her.
I can't really explain the emptiness or loneliness that losing my mother created in my life. I can tell you that I look at life through different eyes since her passing. I am more focused on the here and now. I am truly thankful for the time I have with the people in my life. Each day is a gift to be shared with those around you. My mother was also a gift. One for which I am so very thankful.
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I know...I still want to share things with my daddy and still go to the phone sometimes...
Thinking of you...
Thank you for sharing that - and for reminding me what is important. I am thinking about you.
Love and prayers for you on this difficult day. Tanja
This is such a good reminder to be thankful for what you have. I think about this with my dad sometimes especially now that we have kids. Thinking of you:)
I can't imagine the loss you feel when losing a parent. I don't think anything can prepare you for that. I'm saying an extra prayer for you tonight.
I'm so sorry Carrie. It seems like the first year is the hardest after losing a parent. My Dad has been gone for 5 years now and it has become easier, but I still miss him.
Please know you are not alone and if you ever need a friend to lean on (even from a distance) please give me a call.
Sending you hugs today!
Thinking about you today. It's hard to believe that a year has already passed.
You're in my prayers, Carrie...I know you miss her so much. I'll bet she is watching over you every single day, enjoying those moments with you.
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