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One of the most difficult days of the year for me is Mother's day. I have shared this last year on the blog I miss my Mom. This year is no different. There are a few people here on MyChurch, who have recently lost their Moms, and my heart breaks for them, because their pain is just beginning.
Why is it so hard to lose a Mom? I realize that not everyone is fortunate enough to be blessed with a loving mother, but for those of us who have been, when they are no longer with us, we feel the loss throughout our lives, in every aspect of life. I still, after eight years, want to pick up the phone to call my Mom, something that I did every day for many years after I left home. That desire to talk to her will always be with me. I guess I do sometimes carry on a conversation with her, even though I don't know if she hears it or not. I do miss her so.
If you are fortunate enough to still have your Mom with you, remember to spend some time with her, not only on Mother's day but all year long. I know that at times life got busy, and I didn't have a lot of time to spend with my Mom when she was still here. I wish I had MADE the time, instead of the millions of other things I had to do. What I wouldn't give for just one more day with her.
And so, another Mother's Day is coming, and my heart gets a little heavier as the day approaches. I remember the times with my Mom with bitter-sweetness, the memories are sweet, but the fact that she is no longer here is bitter. It is a heart heavy time of year for me, but I will struggle through. Remembering you Mom, and missing you still.
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waaaaaaaaaa........
My mom is still living and suffers with parkinsons, she sits all day watching tv
she cant carry on a conversation, can't hold the phone to long, basically she can't do much at all for herself.
I spend 2xs a week with her and call her 1 sometimes 2 times during the days i dont see her.
My mom was a school teacher and retired with honors. She is my hero!!!
I AM GRATFUL for all the time we share!!!!!
So sorry ur mom has passed on..I know I will truely miss mine.......I so enjoy our times together!!! I do for her all that she has done for me, bath, comb her hair, read to her, watch movies, make lunch , clean her home.........
Thank you and know I will be saying a prayer for u on moms day
Special blessings love ya Donna |
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| Deb through a family dispute I never spoke to my Mum for about two years...I finally gave in (even though I was in the right) and called my Mum. Thank the Lord that neither of us fell asleep during that period!!! I speak to her most days on the phone and try to see her once a week! she is late seventies now and pretty frail and I thank God I made the effort to forgive her, Stew. |
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Janie |
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May 04, 2008 at 4:07pm |
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| Deb I know how you feel Hon - I lost my mom 9 years ago and to this day I miss her. We only have one Mother and if we were fortunate to be close with them we truly were Blessed. I shall be thinking about you n your mom - God Bless You |
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| Deb this an incrediable blog and has brought tears to my eyes! I love my mom, but she is hard! I had a relationship with grandma like the one you speak of with your mom.I am fortunate in that respect. My mom on the other hand, weighs heavy on my heart, as I think she has missed so much! I think that she does not know the real and compassionate, Jesus. I pray that maybe I can bring her to the peace she can find in Him! Pray with me, will you? |
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| Lord,I ask that you be with Imas mother.i ask that if she doesn't know you that your Holy Spirit will draw her to you.Let her desire to know you.Lord,I ask that you be with all of those who have lost their mothers.Lord,I ask that you wrap your arms around them and give them encouragement and peace,especially as Mothers Day is quickly approaching.Lord,for those who have difficult or no relationship with their mothers,I ask that you let them forgive.Lord,I just thank you for all the mothers out there.Lord,I thank you that you are a God of comfort,peace,and forgiveness.I love you Lord.Amen. |
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Deb |
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May 05, 2008 at 12:06pm |
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Donna, it has to be hard for you too, that your mom is not what she used to be, but at least she is still with you. I wouldn't want my mom to suffer, but I do miss her. God bless you for taking such good care of her. I used to do that with my mom too...cleaned her house, washed and set her hair, etc. I am glad that I could do for her while she was still with us.
Stew, :) I have to smile at your name changes...anyway, I am so glad that you made things right with your mom. Someday she won't be with you anymore, and you will be glad you did.
Forgiven, I will be thinking of you too, and saying a prayer at this time of year. We are blessed to have good moms, but it is so hard to be without them.
Ima, (Deb), I will certainly pray with your for your mom! If anyone can lead her to Him, you can.
racunpoodle, Amen...a beautiful prayer. |
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| Your counsel to spend as much time with your mother was oh, so very wise, as we never know when the Lord will choose to take them away from us. Most times it's without warning, so it's best to keep things right with them. ( Good for Stew for doing this )God is preparing me for the upcoming loss of my mother as she has now been diagnosed with bone cancer ( started in her breast, to lungs, now this). It is difficult to live so far away from her, but I know that every effort I make is a blessing not only to her, but to me as well. Thank you for my mom, Lord. |
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Deb |
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May 05, 2008 at 12:39pm |
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| DeeDee, girl you have me crying now. I am so sorry to hear about your mom! Enjoy what time you can with her, even though you are far away. And make sure you get to see her in person before it is to late. |
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Ed |
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May 06, 2008 at 6:56am |
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Fortunately my Mom and Dad are still living. They are in their 80's and pick on each other incessantly! They live about 750 miles away, so it's not easy to visit. But we've been able to talk on the phone and exchange photos on the Internet (when Dad gets a gumption to "fire up" the computer). PTL for Mom's and Dad's everywhere. When they are gone from this world, praise Him again for providing an abundant life and a heavenly home!
Thanks for sharing, Deb! |
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Cyn |
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May 06, 2008 at 7:34am |
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| You got me crying gurl ..but this did help so much to see that I'm not alone..Thanks for your encouraging words and being here for me..I love you !!((hhuuggsszzzz)))) |
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Deb |
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May 06, 2008 at 10:29am |
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Ed, Wow, you are fortunate to still have both of your parents, and they sound like they are in good health. I have lost both mom and dad, within a year of eachother. And I agree, PTL for moms and dads.
Cyn, nope, you are not alone. Those of us who have lost our mom's suffer right along with you.
JesusFreak, thank you! |
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Wow, your relationship with your Mom is like me and my Daughter. She calls me everyday.
I don't want her to be sad if I am looking on from Heaven. |
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Deb |
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May 06, 2008 at 11:10am |
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| Hudnall, Never thought of it that way...my mom wouldn't want me to be sad, but I am equally sure if she had lost me, she would be sad. I try to just keep going, but I do miss her. I don't think that will ever change. |
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| You will always have your mom if you look deep down inside of your heart, because of piece of them will never leave you. I know that I still have my mom and she is the best thing in the world for me and so is your friendship. I hope that you will be blessed always. May God Bless you & Keep you.♥♥Have a Blessed day in the Lord! |
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Deb |
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May 09, 2008 at 5:33am |
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| Angel, thank you for your kind words. |
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| Oh DEAR LORD WHERE DOES THE TIME GO! I wasn't really close to my mother growing up, for we were always at my Nanny's.My mom did the best she knew how and leave it at that. I miss both my mom and nanny. They both died in their early 60"s Mom with colon cancer in 1998 and nanny in 1983, with heart failure.Thanks for sharing, once again Deb, your heart! Much LOVE thrown your way......Marcella |
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Deb |
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May 09, 2008 at 10:31am |
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| restore, thank you. It sounds like you had a good relationship with your Nanny. I never really got to know my grandparents. My dad's parents died before I was born, and my mom's parents died before I was five years old, so I don't have too many memories of them. You're lucky you got to enjoy a grandma. |
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Oh honey...
God bless you! This was the first year in my life that I allowed myself to experience joy on Mother's Day. The night before, I stayed up late and went outside to pray. Afterwards, it hit me that the reason I get so sad and unhappy is that I've allowed those feel to stay inside of my heart and come on and rest on my shoulders on certain occassions. When this happens, the day is spoiled for everyone around because Mom is miserable trying to be happy.
This year God helped me let go of that. Deb, I had the best day of my life with my family. I realized that I'm a mother because of God's blessings poured upon me. I wished my mother and grandmother a good day in Heaven, and Greg called his mother.
I'm starting to learn some things. I'll never, ever forget them. But I will celebrate them from now on. Mourning for over 40 years has done me no good. Life is to be lived. I believe God would have me do that, instead of what I've been doing.
Love you! |
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Deb |
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May 14, 2008 at 9:48am |
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Lara, thank you, and may you have a special time with your mom while she is visiting.
Joey, Celebrating their lives, instead of mourning, is always a good alternative. I guess I do feel so very lucky that I had a mom like I did and had as much time with her as I did. But I still miss her. |
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