It’s June, it’s raining and it’s summer. And I missed spring.
The beautiful season of renewal and new beginnings bypassed me as I dealt with the loss of my mother – emotionally and physically.
I say dealt, but I’m still shuffling some of those cards. They’ve not all yet made it to the table.
This last fortnight, I have been sorting and clearing my mum’s house and have spent many hours being reminded of times past or discovering little gems of information I never knew. Some of it made me cry, plenty made me smile and one or two things made me exclaim ‘Mum!’. All of it helped me understand more about myself. It turns out, I’m more like my mother than I realised. That’s a good thing.
That’s a wonderful thing.
Life is a little less perfect without Mum in it, but my family and I are focussing on a positive future, whilst learning how to remember the good times with a smile and not a tear.
Here comes the sun.
Laura x
Some blogs are trite, some blogs are boring, your blog is just plain brilliant!!
Thank you, Peter. It’s been a little off beat of late, but I’m hoping to find a new rhythm soon. x
Hoping the sunshine is starting to flow back in now for you, Laura – you’ve been so brave through all this. I think this year is going to be one of renewal in more ways than one, and for more than one of us. Much love, as always –
Celia xxx
Celia – thank you. Your support and humour have been of great comfort. It seems we are destined to travel this path together. With our third companion sharing a similar experience, this has been quite a road trip. x
Sun, sun, sun, here we come…
As always, can feel the warmth and emotion in your words. Can only reiterate what Celia said above, you have been incredibly brave, in fact, both you ladies have.
Sending love and hugs to you.
Sue xx
Thank you, Sue. Any courage I have comes from the knowledge I am not alone. I truly appreciate the support given so freely and generously by friends and family. xx
Here comes the sun indeed, Laura.
Be assured, the presence and memory of your lovely mum will continue to warm you, whatever the season.
I bet she was an amazing lady. And I just know how proud she must have been of you…
Keep writing, keep smiling, keep being the incredible girl you are…You mum will always be right beside you, smiling, and saying, ‘That’s my girl!’ 😉
Debs
xxx
Thank you, Debbie. xx
The sun, it definitely cometh, Laura!
What a beautiful, heartfelt post. As ever, the emotional depth to your words brings a lump to my throat. Your Mum must surely be one proud lady as she smiles down on you. Much love & hugs, Jan x x x
That’s a very kind thing to say, Jan. Thank you. x