3 years ago today mom passed away
By Laurel (L_B)
@Happy2BeMe (99380)
Canada
February 25, 2017 10:38am CST
It was three years ago today that my dear mom passed away. There is not a day goes by that I don't think of her. I miss her so much. I was blessed to have such a wonderful mom. She was always there when I needed her. She believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself. She stood behind me no matter what decisions I made. She was there to catch me if I fell. She had this way of making everything better.
She was not only a great mom but a wonderful grandmother and great grandmother. They all loved their Grammie Grace. She had a special bond with each and everyone of them. Everybody who knew her loved her. No matter what was going on in her life she always had this big beautiful smile. She was strong and independent and she raised us girls to be the same way.
When my Dad passed away. She missed him so much. They did everything together. You never saw one without the other. She lived alone and took care of herself right up until she went to the hospital that February. She was 83 when she passed away. I was truly blessed to have her as long as I did but it wasn't long enough. I wasn't ready to let her go but then again are you ever really ready?
Sometimes it feels like it can't already be three years and at other times it feels like so long since I saw her last. Life has changed so much since she left us. The place we called home is no more. People who were once a big part of my life are no longer in it. I do have so many beautiful memories and nobody can take those from me.
What I wouldn't give for just one more day with her. One more day to see that beautiful smile, to hear that laugh, to just hug her and hold her close, to tell her how much I love her. It doesn't get easier, you just move forward with your life but you are never the same. Life is never what it once was. It is changed forever.
For those of you who still have your parent(s) treasure each and every moment you have with them. I love and miss my mom and dad more then words could ever express.
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@katsmeow1213 (28716)
• United States
25 Feb 17
I'm sorry to hear that. My mom passed away 10 years ago. It's so hard to lose a loved one.
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@katsmeow1213 (28716)
• United States
26 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe Of all the friends and family I've lost.. only 1 was expected. My FIL had leukemia and was in hospice.. we knew he'd die any day. The rest were all sudden.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
Yes it is. No matter how prepared we think we are it is hard when it happens.
@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
26 Feb 17
@katsmeow1213 that is so sad. I lots my dad suddenly. He was 68. It is hard to deal with because there are so many unanswered questions and so many what ifs.
@Marilynda1225 (83074)
• United States
25 Feb 17
I am very touched by your post. My mom passed away only a few short months ago and it's very hard getting used to her not being here. She lived with me for the last 9 years. I share in your love and grief
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
Your loss is so recent. It is difficult to loss our moms. Moms are so special and so dear to us.
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
26 Feb 17
I send you big hugs. I know that one day my mother will pass. Until then I try to spend as much time with her as possible. This woman means the world to me. She always will.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
26 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe I wish I could spend more time with her. As you know too well, we are only here a short time and never promised tomorrow.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
26 Feb 17
I am glad you get to spend a lot of time with her. Mom's are so special.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
25 Feb 17
Sometimes I think I can pick up the phone and call her and my Sister or my Niece none of them are here.
There is a Birthday in the Family today and I was thinking of them all too. Its been 15 long years and it only seems like yesterday.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
25 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe
My children the ones I lost as being premature I picture that they are around me and love me its the only way I can deal with it.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
Grief never ends. It is so hard to loss loved ones.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
26 Feb 17
@lovinangelsinstead21 that is beautiful. I am glad you have found a way to help you deal. I am so sorry for your losses.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
I am glad that you get to talk to her every day. That is great. Will you visit her or will she visit you?
@Kandae11 (55131)
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25 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe She visited four years ago , now it is my turn.
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@destinykst (251)
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25 Feb 17
You made me cry,I too lost my mom and now it has been 10 yrs since she passed away.I miss her a lot..........
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
Sorry to the loss of your dear mom. We never stop missing them. There is an ache in our hearts that never go away.
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@MandaLee (3764)
• United States
25 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe I am so terribly sorry for your loss.
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@louievill (28851)
• Philippines
25 Feb 17
You are very right, treasure the moment while we still have them, my mom just celebrated her 85th birthday last Feb. 24 and we had a great time.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
That is wonderful. Happy birthday to your mom.
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@LovingMyBabies (85288)
• Valdosta, Georgia
25 Feb 17
Your mom sounds like she was a wonderful person, which doesn't surprise me with knowing you. 
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
26 Feb 17
Thanks Jennifer that means so much. I only hope I can be half the person she was.
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@silvermist (19702)
• India
25 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe That is really a touching tribute,Thank you for sharing your memories about your mother .
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@Juliaacv (51473)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
I'm sorry for your pain, and especially on this day in particular.
For me, it was my Dad, he passed away July 4, 2009 and it seems like forever since I've talked to him, saw his face, heard his voice or his hearty laughter, or got my look-he had a special grin for me when I walked into the room.
You are 100% correct when you give advise to others who have their parents to cherish them, but to those of us who have lost, we have to keep tight to their memories.
For me, it was my Dad, he passed away July 4, 2009 and it seems like forever since I've talked to him, saw his face, heard his voice or his hearty laughter, or got my look-he had a special grin for me when I walked into the room.
You are 100% correct when you give advise to others who have their parents to cherish them, but to those of us who have lost, we have to keep tight to their memories.2 people like this
@Juliaacv (51473)
• Canada
26 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe My mother is still alive, but the family has fallen apart without Dad. Its sad.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
When I lost my dad it was difficult but we had mom there to help us through and to keep our family together. When we lost mom it was so hard. Our entire family fell apart. I miss them both so much.
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@Deepizzaguy (103985)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
26 Feb 17
I did take care of my parents before they passed away. The good news is that we all will see our loved ones in the next lifetime.
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@acelawrites (19272)
• Philippines
25 Feb 17
I feel the way you feel for your Mom. It is quite a big difference without a loving Mom beside you. I also treasure the days I had with my mother, she passed five years ago, but I still miss her and wished I had spent longer time with her.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
You never get over the loss you just move forward with that ache in your heart. Moms are so special. Sorry for the loss of yours.
@snowy22315 (181986)
• United States
26 Feb 17
I am sure your mom knew how much you loved her. You know there is a special place for those who were such positive spirits in this world.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
25 Feb 17
Yes is a long time ago but you never stop missing them no matter how much time passes.
@Courtlynn (67081)
• United States
1 Apr 17
Sorry for your loss. I cant imagine the pain you went - and still must go through.
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
1 Apr 17
Thank you. It was a very difficult time. I miss her every day.
@andriaperry (117133)
• Anniston, Alabama
25 Feb 17
I am sorry and I do know the grief that you still have, My dad passed away in 08 and I miss him still.
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@creativedesigner (199)
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26 Feb 17
My mom wasn't well the last week. She got operated and just back home yesterday after a week in the hospital. Im so sad im not there to help her. Im overseas and she is home. But luckily my sister and dad was there to help her. Yes i love her dearly and treasure my parents. You have beautifully written about your mom. We can never be the same without them. 
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@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
26 Feb 17
I am glad your mom is now home and that your sister and dad are with her. Mom's are very special.
@creativedesigner (199)
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26 Feb 17
@Happy2BeMe they are! Everything i am today is becoz of her.
After reading your post i just called her up and had a small talk. Felt very good. 
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