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| Remembering my mom, who passed away on Wednesday, March 21st, in the the care of Hospice and her loving family. She is in heaven with my dad, who passed away less than four months ago. True love. This is a picture from their wedding. You can read her obituary in the OC Register |
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| My parents in 2009, celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary! They were both big supporters and fans of my artistic life. They came to my fine art shows, quilt exhibits, and visited me in my studio, which I will be forever grateful for. |
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| She loved the beach! What a beauty! |
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| a photo montage from their album. She was active in her church, played bridge and belonged to many women's groups. My mom, the social butterfly, loved to go to parties, and never wanted to miss anything. |
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| One of her friends said that she had a smile that could light up a room! She taught me how to make pies, and cakes, and she made the best french toast! We always had music playing in our house - from musicals, movies and popular music. She had many favorites, and could play the piano. I'm going to miss you mom, and your amazing positive attitude. |
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| Mom, Jen, and me (Grandma Alice behind us on the quilt) - Four Generations. At the Orange County Fair in 2010, when I was the featured artist in the fiber section, showing a retrospect of my work! |
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| My mom in assisted living, with all of her memories around her. We were still singing songs in her last days, even if I could not remember all of the words. She told me to always keep my sense of humor. |
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| A hot pink rose will always remind me of my mom. Vibrant, full of life and passionate. It gives me great comfort that she is free from Parkinson's disease, dementia and pain, and with my dad in heaven. Peace and blessings! Love you Mom! |
Wonderful post about your Mom, I can see that smile that lights up the room.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tribute to your Mom! My Dad will be gone 3yrs next month - my Mom is 92 and suffers with dementia - she would love the pink rose as she is definitely a Pink gal herself - I'm a new follower but sending you a heartfelt hug - it's never easy to lose a parent.
ReplyDeleteOh my, what a year you have had! It's always sad to lose someone you love; however, you are so very fortunate to have had the connection that is so obvious in your post. And it truly is a blessing for those who have suffered such things as Parkinson's and dementia, to move on and be free.
ReplyDeleteThoughts and prayers are with you xo
Sorry to hear about your mom and your dad. They had true love to go one after the other. It seems when people are married that long and one dies, the other is sure to follow shortly after. Glad they are both back together and pain free. {{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post about your mom. What a tough time to lose both parents in one year. Sending you good thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeletehugs to you dear Jamie. I know you'll keep your parents in your heart forever. xoxox
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful woman. Wish I had met her. Sending hugs.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post!
ReplyDeleteSo many wonderful memories. It sounds like your mom had a wonderful and happy life and she must be so very happy to be reunited with your father!
lots of hugs to you!
What a touching tribute to your mom. You are doing exactly the right thing, celebrating the good times you had with her. Hugs...
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your mom with us. You and she look so alike... wishing you peace and comfort and light, Sarah
ReplyDeleteWhat a great tribute to your mom. I almost feel like I knew her. Wishing you comfort in this time of loss...
ReplyDeleteLinda Frost
A lovely tribute to your mother, Jamie. She will live on in your memory.
ReplyDeleteMy love to you during this difficult transition.
So sorry to hear your sad news. Reading about your Mom brought tears to my eyes. I lost my Mom suddenly 10 years ago. I still think of her almost every day and think about how she would be so proud of my kids. Your Mom will always be with you too.
ReplyDeleteI'm SO sorry for your loss, Jamie.
ReplyDeleteAnd just 4 short months ago, i was telling you the same thing...
Such great loss in such a short time. My heart goes out to you!
Wishing you peace and Love.
Sorry to hear about your loss... thanks for sharing about your lovely Mom and Dad... what very special memories for you...
ReplyDeleteDear Jamie,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely remembrance of your mother. I am so very sorry for your keen loss. Holding you in my heart.
So sorry to hear your loss of your mother too. sending big hugs... Lovely post, what an amazing bright happy smile she had!
ReplyDeleteWhat a year you have had. I hope you can take a little time to be kind to yourself, and give yourself the sort of care that your parents would have given you, when they were each at their best. Your mom and dad must have been so proud of you.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your mom's passing, Jamie; what a difficult time for you. May the love and memories you share with your mom bring you some comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
ReplyDeletegreat inspirational post filled with tons of love :)
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