While we were off shooting this weekend, we got word that my mother had died. While it was unexpected, it was not totally unexpected. You know it's cooing, but you are never really ready for the news.
She led a good life and I'm convinced that she is at peace. She wanted to be cremated and that is going to take a few days, but there are still arrangements that have to be made. Belle and i will go to the funeral home this morning. She pre-planned her funeral several years ago and I'm going just to review the plans and try to insure that her final wishes are honored.
I'm okay, I really am. We lost Dad on 2007 and we had Mom until Friday afternoon. They taught us how to live, and they showed us how to die. Death is part of life, that is just the way it is.
Mom's favorite holiday was Thanksgiving, and her Thanksgiving menus were legendary. For the past several years I have hosted Thanksgiving at my place with Mom in attendance as the family matron. That is probably when the grief will kick in hardest for me, not having her at the table.
So now, if you will excuse me, I have to play out the final chapter of an absolutely remarkable life.
13 comments:
Sorry to hear about your Mom, best to you folks.
My condolences. My mother always had a fantastic Thanksgiving meal, and yes, I am reminded of my loss every year.
Condolences and prayers for you and your mother. My folks and in-laws have been gone for a while. I still miss them.
My condolences to you and anyone who knew and loved your mother.
Thanksgiving was my mother's favorite holiday, also.
I'm very sorry for you and your family's loss. We lost an aunt very early summer. She knew she was dying, but she was very upbeat and when asked how she was feeling, she said very confidently "I'm Going Home'. No fear or regret. She also said she was proud of herself for how she lived her long life (93). She outlived her husband - son and most of her siblings. She was ready to go to the next world.
God Bless You sir.
So sorry for your loss. You and yours are in my prayers.
May her memory be a blessing.
This is sad. Im sorry for your loss. But it was her time, and as you didn’t mention any illness or condition, I assume she went peacefully. That’s the best way.
My condolences on the death of your mother, Dennis. May the angels lead her into paradise and the Lord console those who mourn for her. I will include her, and you, in my prayers.
Denis from the Gun Counter
My condolences as well. Prayers up.
Sorry for your loss.
I think the most meaningful testament to your mother is the son you have become. Count the accomplishments in your life, in so many areas, hard to do; count the number of people whose lives you have touched for the better, you really can't. Far too many in both. The son of a mother who loved and taught well, sorrowful for your loss you surely are, but I'm pretty sure that all in all she was a happy person.
My condolences. Don’t be surprised if it takes a while to fully sink in; my own mother died last year and I still find myself thinking I should call her when I have a family question or see something that would interest her.
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