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Very sorry for your loss Carol. Stay strong your mom would want that.

I've been thinking for days of what say. I'm not good at this, but I do love her & always. She is in my heart forever. Her silly attituded, the best cooking on the east coast. I know it's not long but I MISS YOU MOMMY!

Carol - this is a poem someone gave me at the time of my mother's death in April.  It helped so much.  My thoughts are with you.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

You know from our messages I'm so sorry for both you and Tracey.  But really try to focus on the good times.  I lost both my mother and father within a year of each other and thought I'd never get over it.  It will take time, but rely on the support of your family and friends.  I'm sure your Mom loved you every bit as much as you both loved her, it is apparent from the pictures.  She looked like a very fun and free-spirited lady.  I know we just fight monsters and play being farmers, but you are one of the few people I really feel connected with.  Let me know how you and Tracey are doing now and then, okay?
All my prayers for you both,
Marsha :)

Although Castle age brought us together as friends on the world wide web i feel a connection to you in your time of need. I lost my step-mother last december and it was the first loss so close to me in my life. Your mom was a year younger than my dad is now, he was born 4-4-45. I can tell you guys were very close and no matter how much you grieve or how long it takes to get your life back to normal i think you should cherish how much time you spent with each other on the phone every day and times when you were able to be together in person. I'm sure the fact that you were so close makes her smile down on you with your loved ones that have passed as well standing next to her. Not everyone is able to enjoy this. Me and my step-mom were pretty close (drinking buddies even lol). We were on great terms when she passed unexpectedly and this makes my grief easier to swallow and I hope these same circumstances help you deal with your loss as well. I wish you the best as you can expect and give my condolences to your sister as well. Take care man.

 

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