Today marks the 30th year since my Mother went home. Thirty years. That is hard to grasp. I was in my early twenties when she passed away. One would think I've had plenty of time to assimilate the fact that she has been gone longer than I had her. And yet, it is like a puzzle piece that doesn't fit. There are days that the memories are so hazy, and others that are sweetly crystal clear.
Thirty years later...I still miss you, Mom.
Grace Barbary McCandless
August 31, 1915 - September 26, 1979
Melissa; thinking of you with thoughts of your Mom. This was a very moving and heartfelt post.
Also; your childrens' telephone sketch, below, is terrific! Hmmmmmmmmmmmm; I'm seeing some of your sketches in a childrens' book. Ever thought of doing that? :) Best to you always - Marilyn
Posted by: Marilyn Rock | Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 07:24 AM
It appears that you have your Mom's smile - something that I hope makes you feel closer to her.
Posted by: Becky Shander | Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 08:31 AM
Sending a hug... xo
Posted by: deb | Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 01:52 PM
I think that I have not responded to your post yet because how deeply I felt for it. It's been 5 years since my mom went to her glory and it left a hole in me that one really never gets over. I've got my own photos of her in my studio, along with her confirmation crucifix and other very meaningful objects. Thank you for sharing Melissa.
Posted by: Gary | Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at 09:51 AM
It is hard. I was 24 when my mom died. She'd been sick for 10 years but boy, I sure miss her still 32 years later. My mom was only 56 when she left us. I'll be 56 this year. I wish she could have lived longer.
Thanks for sharing her picture and your thoughts.
Posted by: freebird | Friday, October 09, 2009 at 12:54 AM