It wasn't until I was an adult that I truly appreciated my mom, and it probably wasn't until I lost my dad, that I realized what a treasure parents are. She does tend to ask me entirely too many questions about EVERYTHING, but I am so grateful I still have her.
Great reminder to appreciate what we have, sweetie. I love you!
As you know, I lost my mom 3 years ago April 12th. She was my absolute soul mate. I loved her with all my heart. Our eyes locked as one when the Lord took her from me. I always wish at this time of year, that I was rushing into her house with flowers to wish her a Happy Mothers Day.
Your completely right Otin, cherish, love and adore your mother, for she is love.
This hit very close to home. I didn't have the greatest relationship with my mom and I'm going to visit her tomorrow at the nursing home....she suffers from Alzheimer's and she doesn't remember me. I'm the youngest and I think it is because I'm the youngest her memories go back to when she's young woman.
really nice, otin! your story hit home with me, as i imagine it will with many of us, especially at this time of the year. looks like i better get busy before things begin to get rough, eh! liked the change to your header and you've got some new music, what will it be next?? have a great weekend !
I haven't had my mom with me for many many year (my dad is gone too). So I always say to people ....to be with your parents as often as you can either by phone or in person. Ask them questions because someday they won't be here to answer the questions that you have. Blue Violet...I am guilty of asking too many questions ...it's just that we want to be a part of your lives..it's not that we are nosey. My girls don't like it, so I try hard not to but I am not very successful. I am sure your wonderful post will hit home with many and hopefully it will help many!!
Good ending. I like the reminder that the mother we have is the only one. I read on Cinner's blog this morning something that said why do children expect their parents to be perfect. Nice writing, and have a great day today.
I saw your post and grabbed a cup of coffee to savor each word......... and you made me cry!! In a good way. I think I like the new Otin!! I am having a sentimental morning before I open the doors to campers...
I'm one of the lucky ones and had an amazing relationship with my mother. She's not around any more but now I have an equally amazing relationship with my kids. Very fortunate indeed! Hope your mom has a good Mother's Day too Otin, don't forget to ring now!
I didn't appreciate my mom until I became pregnant with my oldest. We still have our "moments" but I'm trying hard to stand up for myself and also to forgive her.
There is always a point in our lives where something happens that makes you cherish and love them more and we shouldnt waste anytime to let them know how much we do appreciate what they do for us.
Good story and a better message. I'm grateful that my mom is still around and and in good health. Like many, I didn't fully appreciate her until I became a parent myself. I sent her flowers and a card, and called her as well. It was the best I could do since she lives in Florida. She's a gem.
I'm the opposite. The older I get the less I understand my parents. I don't understand how they could have done some of the things they did. I wish I had a relationship that was repairable.
I didn't learn to appreciate my mom until I was older, and though we still have our problems, I'm glad that she's in my life. I hope my kids learn to appreciate me eventually too. lol
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It wasn't until I was an adult that I truly appreciated my mom, and it probably wasn't until I lost my dad, that I realized what a treasure parents are. She does tend to ask me entirely too many questions about EVERYTHING, but I am so grateful I still have her.
Great reminder to appreciate what we have, sweetie. I love you!
There is always a hint of truth in most fictional stories.
My mother really worked hard to raise her kids and I will always appreciate that.
I also will always appreciate you, Blueviolet. You are the love of my life!
Thank you for that post, I loved it!
As you know, I lost my mom 3 years ago April 12th. She was my absolute soul mate. I loved her with all my heart. Our eyes locked as one when the Lord took her from me. I always wish at this time of year, that I was rushing into her house with flowers to wish her a Happy Mothers Day.
Your completely right Otin, cherish, love and adore your mother, for she is love.
xo to you and Blue Violet
nicely done otie. It's hard to see things from your parents prospective sometimes. I think you did it wonderfully.
missed youxoxo
This hit very close to home. I didn't have the greatest relationship with my mom and I'm going to visit her tomorrow at the nursing home....she suffers from Alzheimer's and she doesn't remember me. I'm the youngest and I think it is because I'm the youngest her memories go back to when she's young woman.
really nice, otin! your story hit home with me, as i imagine it will with many of us, especially at this time of the year. looks like i better get busy before things begin to get rough, eh!
liked the change to your header and you've got some new music, what will it be next?? have a great weekend !
That was nice. Yeah, the older I get, the more I understand what my mom went through to provide for us.
Wow.
I haven't had my mom with me for many many year (my dad is gone too). So I always say to people ....to be with your parents as often as you can either by phone or in person. Ask them questions because someday they won't be here to answer the questions that you have. Blue Violet...I am guilty of asking too many questions ...it's just that we want to be a part of your lives..it's not that we are nosey. My girls don't like it, so I try hard not to but I am not very successful. I am sure your wonderful post will hit home with many and hopefully it will help many!!
Enjoyable story, Otin. I'm currently traveling, as you know, but I'm glad I found the time to stop by, read, and enjoy!
That was a good and touching story. I'm glad you gave me the chance to read it. *grin*
Althought this is fiction, this is just how life rolls. Good reminder, Otin.
gosh that was touching!!! parents can be shitheads at times but i guess we need to remember they do it with reason.
yeah i appreciated my mom more after college...a great story with a wonderful message otin...heartbreaking in its reality...
my mom sometimes drives me crazy, but that's what they're supposed to do! great thoughts.
Good ending. I like the reminder that the mother we have is the only one. I read on Cinner's blog this morning something that said why do children expect their parents to be perfect. Nice writing, and have a great day today.
I saw your post and grabbed a cup of coffee to savor each word......... and you made me cry!! In a good way. I think I like the new Otin!! I am having a sentimental morning before I open the doors to campers...
What an amazingly powerful post, Otin! Love the reminder at the end. Now I'm off to call my mom! :)
I'm one of the lucky ones and had an amazing relationship with my mother. She's not around any more but now I have an equally amazing relationship with my kids. Very fortunate indeed! Hope your mom has a good Mother's Day too Otin, don't forget to ring now!
Beautiful story, Otin! A wonderful mother's day gift!
I didn't appreciate my mom until I became pregnant with my oldest. We still have our "moments" but I'm trying hard to stand up for myself and also to forgive her.
There is always a point in our lives where something happens that makes you cherish and love them more and we shouldnt waste anytime to let them know how much we do appreciate what they do for us.
Beautiful, Michael.
Just beautiful.
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Good story and a better message. I'm grateful that my mom is still around and and in good health. Like many, I didn't fully appreciate her until I became a parent myself. I sent her flowers and a card, and called her as well. It was the best I could do since she lives in Florida. She's a gem.
wow.. that was powerful...
Very good story! I didn't appreciate my Mom until her first bout with cancer. Its been 11 years since she left us and I still miss her.
I'm the opposite. The older I get the less I understand my parents. I don't understand how they could have done some of the things they did. I wish I had a relationship that was repairable.
I echo the sentiments of those who said they didn't really understand their parents (mom in particular) until I was older. What a wonderful story!!
It's been four years ago today that they wheeled her out. That was the end of her body but not her memory.
I didn't learn to appreciate my mom until I was older, and though we still have our problems, I'm glad that she's in my life. I hope my kids learn to appreciate me eventually too. lol
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