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Today is my mom's birthday.
She would have been 55.
The last time we celebrated was five years ago.
I bought her these flowers.
Peonies.
I didn't know that they were her favourites.
Now they are my favourites too.
I took her to the spa.
I was eight months pregnant with Annie.
We had a wonderful time.
A great way to spend her last birthday.
The funny thing is.
Peonies only come out this time of year.
And I buy a bunch every year at this time.
And it's always my mom's birthday.
Isn't that special?
My dearest Ela
ReplyDeleteHow sad I am that you have gone
But I understand that I cannot understand everything
But I understand that your departure was a catalyst for many good things
How happy I am that you have raised a daughter
Who I am proud to call my wife
How deeply joyful I am that she is strong like you in so many ways
How glad I am that you taught her as much as you did before you left
How happy I am that you met Annabella in this physical world
And how happy I am that you met Xavier in the spiritual world before we got to meet him
To me, you will always the toughest nut that I have cracked
The other mom I had
The naughty lady who always shared a cigarette
A cup of tea
A laughter
With a twinkle in your eye
Always, with a tinkle in your eye.
I miss you too!
Saghail
Beautiful. Thank you, my love. I may need to print what you wrote and put it up somewhere. It is so true and heartfelt.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Miss you guys
ReplyDeleteMy mum is still here, and will be 57 next week. Thank you for this (gentle) reminder to appreciate her and to enjoy her and love her and learn from her while she is here. xoxo
ReplyDeletePeonies are my favourite too. I grow them in my garden and add one or two new plants each year as a long for so many peonies that I can bring them into the house freshly cut each day. :)
Sending peace and love to your heart.
xo
Debbie