Some Sad News
Hi all,
I've received a few email messages from regular visitors wondering why I have not posted my usual montage of new holiday themes. I guess I should tell you why. Those of you who have been around here a while will remember the posts regarding my Mother's health during the past couple of years. Lately she had been doing really well and was busy enjoying life. I'm sad to report that Mom experienced a very sudden relapse on November 1st. She passed away on November 12th. My Mom was only 62 years old. She was my best friend. I will miss her dearly.
Due to everything that happened with Mom, and the fact that I underwent some surgery myself (nothing serious), I've not been up to doing much with the site. I'm back to work now and hope to have some time to bring you a few new holiday themes as well. Thanks for your patience and understanding.
If your own Mother is close by, give her a hug and let her know you're glad she's there. Moms are special.
Posted by at 5:46 PMSo sorry to hear your news. I agree Mums are special, thanks for reminding us.
Posted by: Maureen at December 5, 2005 6:05 PMI am so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Posted by: Beth at December 5, 2005 6:17 PMDeb, I am sorry that you've lost your mom. I know, from your posts, how much she meant to you. I'm certain that she knew that she was much loved by you. Hang in there. Terry
Posted by: Terry at December 5, 2005 6:37 PMHi Debbie
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy, I know. My prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. Take care and let us know if we can do anything.
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl at December 5, 2005 7:03 PMOh very sorry to hear that news Debbie - our thoughts are with you
Posted by: DavidM at December 5, 2005 7:19 PMAs a long time fan of yours I am very sorry to hear the news about your Mom. Sorry she was so young, I know how tough this time can be. Take Care.
Posted by: Tom at December 5, 2005 7:48 PMI pray for comfort at a time of great loss. MY family and I will keep you in our prayers. Thank you for bringing joy to all of us.
Posted by: Jeff W at December 5, 2005 8:13 PMDeb, I just figured you were busy. I'm so sorry you lost your mother. Take care of yourself and your family.
Posted by: Elaine at December 5, 2005 11:38 PMCondolences on your mother's death and thanks for your reminder that our own mother's are so special.
Posted by: Chris Jacobs at December 6, 2005 8:34 AMThank you all for the kind comments.
Posted by: McDeb at December 6, 2005 6:47 PMI have been coming here for a long time now,I am very sorry to hear the news about your Mom. Sorry she was so young, I know how tough this time can be. As my wife lost here mum last year, Take Care.
Posted by: Michael Roden at December 7, 2005 4:52 AMDeb,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time in your lives. No one can replace our parents. I will pray for you to receive strength and comfort.
Posted by: Janine at December 7, 2005 5:52 PMDeb, so sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers.
Posted by: Shelia at December 7, 2005 8:19 PMMy sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother and friend. I cannot fathom your loss, but thoughts are with you. I'm sure she is watching over you with love and care.
So sorry for your loss. Hope you feel much better and regain your strength. I wish you all the very best to come after such a great loss.
And thank you for all your great works.
Posted by: Maylert at December 7, 2005 10:30 PMDebbie
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I recently lost my father too with cancer. He was the same age as your mom and would have been 63 on Nov 11th. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. xxxxxxxxx
My prayers are with you Deb. Sorry to hear about your Mom.
Posted by: gork at December 9, 2005 10:49 AMDearest Deb, You have my sincere sympathy and are in my prayers. I understand how difficult this is as my mother left us Dec 2, 1999. Death is never easily accepted and is made less so when it occurs near a family orientated holiday. May you and your family find acceptance and peace of spirit.
Hi Deb,
I am very sorry to hear about your mom.
French visitors are with you. Take care of yourseft.
I am so sorry to hear your loss. Moms are special, I agree with you.
Posted by: Kawal at December 13, 2005 9:50 PMDeb,
I am very sorry for your loss, next time I see my mom I will give her a great big hug. I am a shortimer to your site, but have enjoyed it since November!
Judy
Posted by: Judy at December 18, 2005 5:03 PMthis is my first visit to your site and noticed your message about your mom. Very sorry as well to hear about her passing away. My father was 65 when he passed away. It's exactly 3 years past now. My condolences to you and your family.
Pierre Kiefer
Hamburg, Germany
I'm very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My father died in 1983 at the age of 62 from leukemia; I was 33. In 2000, my mother passed away at 76; I turned 50 two months later. I learned too late that my father had been my best friend all along, even though for a time I perceived him as an adversary.
Your times with your mother as "best friends" are the moments of which eternity is made -- and cherished. Bodies and emotions realize distance and absence; hearts in whom dwell truth know neither.
Although it feels lonely being the "end of the chain," somehow I still feel very connected to both of my parents. Therein is at least some measure of rest.
As you work through your times of adjusting in the days ahead, I hope for you peace and rest to savor the good -- and plenty of tissues to absorb the outward experiences thereof!
Joe
Posted by: Joe Hammond at January 24, 2006 4:11 PMJoe,
Thank you for taking the time to write such beautiful words. Means a lot to me.
Posted by: McDeb at January 25, 2006 2:27 PMI am saddened to read about your mother's passing. My heartfelt condolences.
(I was a regular visitor to your site before my PDA went on permanent hiatus, which was some time ago!)
Though I only know you through your posts, I am still comfortable saying that you should have no regrets - you were always there for your mother, and I am certain she knew the depth of your love for her.
Be well! - KPM
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