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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Saying Goodbye to my Beautiful Mom

My adorable mom passed away on Monday night.  We knew it was coming, but saying a final goodbye is so hard.  I look at her pictures through the years, and remember such a vital, compassionate, spunky, kind, funny woman...and am so thankful for her and for all the wonderful memories.  I'm heading to Lincoln, NE for her funeral, and to see my three sisters again.  The last time we were all together, was almost exactly a year ago, when my sweet dad died.  I'm 'busy', tying up loose ends here before I go, but feel like I'm in a fog. 
My, how we both changed!

She was on this earth for 96 years, 2 months, and 22 days.  I was so blessed to have her as my Mom.
This was my last visit with her, a year ago, after my Dad's funeral.     My precious mom.
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25 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 27, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss - what beautiful pictures! And how lucky for you to have her for so long. Hugs to you.

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  2. Tanya February 27, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Oh, Maggie - I am SO, SO sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mom - I see you in her eyes, for sure - what a gorgeous woman she was! Grieving with you, as I lost my beloved Golden, Friday evening...not the same, but a family member, still. Travel safe, dear one - I wish you peace in your heart. XOXOXO Tanya

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  3. GlorV1February 27, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    My condolences to you and your family. Beautiful pictures. Yobo Robo (pam)just lost her mom too. Again you Mom was beautiful.:)

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  4. UnknownFebruary 27, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    Maggie, I am so sorry for your loss, your mother is beautiful and she has left behind a lovely woman in you. I hope your heart finds peace soon.

    Hugs
    Caroline

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  5. KellyFebruary 27, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    You poor gal......I'm so sorry. Wishing you safe travel to your sisters and then back home again.

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  6. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresFebruary 27, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was a beautiful woman and you were so lucky to have her in your life for so many wonderful years. Blessings to you and your family, and safe travels. Hugs.

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  7. Cathy February 27, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Thanks for sharing pictures of your lovely mom. Prayers for you.
    Cathy

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  8. okcampFebruary 27, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    My condolences. Safe travels.
    ~Diane

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  9. CreateologyFebruary 27, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    Your mother lived a nice full life and now she is at peace. I am sorry for your loss and pray your memories keep you surrounded with love and warmth. Healing Hugs and Safe Travels...

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  10. SueHFebruary 27, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    I'm so sorry for the loss you and your family must be feeling right now, but you have so many treasured memories of a great lady - who could fail to be smitten by that powerful smile!

    All best to you and yours as you make your final farewells.

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  11. LesaFebruary 27, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    My deepest sympathy on your great loss. I hope you will find peace and love in all your memories.

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  12. Di@Cottage-WishesFebruary 27, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    Be safe as you travel, Your mom looks like such a sweetie, tears for your loss. I miss my mom , it has been 3 years now. Di

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  13. MarriannaFebruary 27, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    I'm so sorry about your loss. thank you for posting the beautiful photos of her through the years. You were/are blessed.

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  14. KathyFebruary 27, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    Oh Maggie, I am SO sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some comfort in having her for so many years. She looks like a woman who was full of vinegar and fun to be around!

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  15. The Feathered NestFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:19 AM

    Dear sweet friend, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mama Maggie...sending you many hugs and much love across the miles, Dawn

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  16. Bruna Aguiar MeloFebruary 28, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss..

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  17. JackieFebruary 28, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    I am so sorry you lost your mom, she sure did look spunky! I love those kind of moms! I lost my mom and my real spunky mother in law last year at this time. I feel for you!!!
    Hugs, jackie

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  18. GabrielaFebruary 28, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    Dear Maggie....I am so sorry about the loss of your Mom.....thanks for sharing the pictures, they sure tell a story of what a wonderful lady she must have been!You were lucky indeed to have her so long.....Hugs to you!

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  19. AndriaMarch 1, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    I'm so very sorry for your loss, Maggie. What beautiful photos you have of your mother, and it sounds like you have some wonderful memories to carry with you.

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  20. ChristinaMarch 1, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my mother 13 years ago and I do think about her every day. I try to keep it to the happy times, but at times the loss still is hard to accept. It is always just too soon. My prayers are with you.

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  21. CaroleMarch 5, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    Dear Maggie, please accept my deepest condolences on losing your beautiful mother. The photos you shared were wonderful and I am always deeply touched when I read about such a beautiful mother - daughter relationship.

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  22. JadeMarch 13, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Maggie, I hope you find comfort in all the warm memories you have of your mom. It looks like you had a wonderful relationship. Thank you for posting all those pictures and sharing!

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  23. LaurieMarch 20, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    Maggie, my heart aches for you. I've lost both my parents so I know something of the journey. I am so happy you and your mother had each other and loved as you did. That will stay with you, always.

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  24. TerriMay 17, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    Maggie, I am so sorry to hear about your mother's transition. My heart feels for you! This post is so wonderful, such a tribute in pictures of your dear mom. My thoughts are with you.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  25. Marfi-topiaJuly 8, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Maggie
    My heart goes out to you.
    I'm very sorry for your loss.

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