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sinkingfeeling
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Kahuna
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gademocrat7
(11,938 posts)
live love laugh
(16,383 posts)
Sherman A1
(38,958 posts)
mzmolly
(52,792 posts)for your loss.
sfstaxprep
(10,599 posts)Try to stay strong. Tough as it will be.
Zoonart
(14,462 posts) 
underpants
(196,489 posts)I’m so sorry
Maraya1969
(23,495 posts) 
I wish you the peace that passes understanding at this hard time in your life.
Tech
(1,956 posts)
Alliepoo
(2,832 posts)It’s a terribly hard thing to lose your mom. She looks very sweet in that pic-just like a mom should look. Please accept my condolences.
vercetti2021
(10,481 posts) onecaliberal
(36,594 posts) 
LuvJoesPartner
(101 posts)
Eliot Rosewater
(34,285 posts)MaryMagdaline
(7,964 posts) 
MuseRider
(35,176 posts)It is really hard when they go and when they are both gone it takes some adjusting to accept that you are now on your own, no matter how old you are and how self sufficient you have been it just feels really odd for a long while.
Big support to you. I am so sorry.
volstork
(5,836 posts) 
CatMor
(6,212 posts)
dweller
(28,408 posts)Peace to you and your family
✌🏻
TheOther95Percent
(1,035 posts)May her memory be a blessing.
orwell
(8,003 posts) 
jrthin
(5,223 posts) 
Harker
(17,780 posts)My best to you.
50 Shades Of Blue
(11,389 posts)
FirstLight
(15,771 posts)My folks are both getting more & more frail every time I see them and I know it's coming down the pike... 
:hugs:
Grief is a hard one, wish I had more to offer!
hlthe2b
(113,947 posts)May she be at peace and may you find peace at well-- through the wonderful memories throughout your life.
yonder
(10,293 posts)
handmade34
(24,017 posts) 
judesedit
(4,592 posts)She is very much missed. She was 103. My dad died 47 years ago yesterday at age 59. Even though they're gone, they're still here. And always will be. I know you aren't able to hug your mom now, but she will very much still be with you. God grant you strength while going through this sadness and devastation. The emptiness will fill with beautiful memories as time goes by. My heart is breaking for you.
The Blue Flower
(6,490 posts)Losing your mom leaves such a hole in your life. I hope you can fill it with loving memories.
Dem2theMax
(11,005 posts)I wish there were words to make it better for you, to make it not hurt so much. But there are no words. Allow yourself however long you need to grieve. Most of all, know that love never, ever dies. Even when our loved ones pass away, the love is still here.
For your Mom.
CousinIT
(12,533 posts)Wishing you much strength and peace at this difficult time.
LaMouffette
(2,640 posts)I'm very, very sorry for your loss!
Lars39
(26,539 posts) Wicked Blue
(8,866 posts) 
BadgerMom
(3,417 posts)I hope your memories bring you peace and comfort sooner rather than later.
silverweb
(16,410 posts)
BigmanPigman
(55,137 posts)I hope you handle it better than I did when my dad died about a year ago. I was still crying all the time and then my dog died recently. Part of me died with each of them.
mecherosegarden
(745 posts)May you find comfort and peace.
Solly Mack
(96,940 posts)
bronxiteforever
(11,212 posts) Archae
(47,245 posts)It really does hurt, though.
babylonsister
(172,759 posts)It does hurt less as time goes by and you will be left with her love in your heart.
chillfactor
(7,694 posts)She was not only my mother but my best friend as well. I still miss her to this day even though she died years ago. Stay strong and remember even though her physical self is gone she holds a precious place in your heart.
fierywoman
(8,594 posts) 
tavernier
(14,443 posts)My mom sent me an upside down rainbow when I was deep in despair over her passing. I thought I was hallucinating and that it was impossible but I looked it up and sure enough, rare but they do occur.
c-rational
(3,203 posts)still_one
(98,883 posts)
Lefta Dissenter
(6,703 posts)My mom died in ‘92, and I still miss her. I wish you great comfort and love from those around you.
MLAA
(19,741 posts)It was like a punch in the gut. I am so sorry it is your time to go through such pain. Sending you and all her loved ones 💖💖💕💕💕
LiberalLoner
(11,467 posts) paleotn
(22,211 posts)chowder66
(12,240 posts)
grantcart
(53,061 posts)
hibbing
(10,597 posts)
mwooldri
(10,818 posts)
MrScorpio
(73,772 posts)Miigwech
(3,741 posts)She was lucky to have such a loving son ... she knew ... the photo tells us so, how close you were .... beautiful forever.
Glorfindel
(10,175 posts)Deepest condolences.
warmfeet
(3,321 posts) 
denbot
(9,950 posts)Peace to you and yours.
Fla Dem
(27,633 posts)
JohnnyLib2
(11,333 posts)I hope the good memories help with the sadness.
3catwoman3
(29,402 posts)...as if she was ready to let go. That had to be so hard to watch. May you find some peace now, and do not feel guilty if you also find some relief.
Thank you for sharing that picture.
catbyte
(39,150 posts)Karadeniz
(24,746 posts)Didn't realize she was so close to the end. We're all so sorry for your loss...she would tell you she's still alive.
area51
(12,690 posts)
samnsara
(18,767 posts)pdxflyboy
(933 posts)I lost my Mom on 4/9/88. I offer my sincere condolences to you, sir.
UpInArms
(54,973 posts)I am so sorry
FeelingBlue
(801 posts)Our sincerest condolences at the passing of your dear mother. May you experience comfort of family and friends that will be ever deeper than your sorrow.
IcyPeas
(25,474 posts)snacker
(3,659 posts)Deepest sympathy to you.
EllieBC
(3,639 posts)And know that you’ve made her proud!
salin
(48,958 posts)
jimlup
(8,010 posts)You do her proud. I really enjoy and look forward to your posts here and have for quite awhile. Stay strong!
Throckmorton
(3,579 posts)Beacool
(30,517 posts)I lost my mom some years ago and it's tough knowing that she's not around anymore to talk to, remember people, things we did and places we visited. She was an excellent cook. I can no longer call her to talk me through one of her recipes. In other words, I understand what you're going through. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May your mom rest in peace.
MFM008
(20,042 posts) SheltieLover
(80,442 posts)So sorry to hear of your loss.
Stuart G
(38,726 posts)revmclaren
(2,613 posts) 
Sophiegirl
(2,338 posts)N/T
JHB
(38,211 posts)
LisaM
(29,633 posts)2020 sucks.
lunatica
(53,410 posts) Boogiemack
(1,406 posts)This has to be a very rough time for you. Hugs.
OldManTarHeel
(435 posts)May the good Lord give you relief during this most difficult time in your life. Godspeed
Operaweeble
(46 posts)
StaunchDemocrat1957
(66 posts)R.I.P. Mom..
Submariner
(13,365 posts) Bettie
(19,702 posts)peace to you and your family.
The Wielding Truth
(11,433 posts) dawn5651
(772 posts) happy feet
(1,278 posts)Sending huge bugs your way
yardwork
(69,360 posts)JDC
(11,111 posts)PoindexterOglethorpe
(28,493 posts)I just hope you can hang on to all your good memories of her.
Love you.
cry baby
(6,876 posts) Evolve Dammit
(21,774 posts)dlk
(13,247 posts)
cate94
(3,102 posts) 
The Velveteen Ocelot
(130,516 posts)
chomper
(124 posts)SergeStorms
(20,584 posts)I've lost both of my parents as well. We always know it's coming, that they're not going to live forever, but it's still a surprise when it happens. May she rest in peace.
dflprincess
(29,341 posts)No matter how old we are or they are, we are never ready to lose our moms.
peggysue2
(12,531 posts)Even when we expect it, that final breath is always a shock.
Condolences to you. I know it's hard.
Ilsa
(64,362 posts)May she rest in peace in the company of loved ones who've gone before her.
IngridsLittleAngel
(1,962 posts) 
In_The_Wind
(72,300 posts)May she rest in peace.
calimary
(90,010 posts)
I'm so sorry...
Virtual
I'm so sorry.
Thank you for letting us know. Everybody here is holding you close, even if you can't physically feel it.
You do not mourn alone.
denvine
(859 posts)sakabatou
(46,141 posts)
Xipe Totec
(44,558 posts)Architect of Life Architect of Self
As my dusk approaches, I bless thee, Life,
for you never gave me failed hope,
or unjust work, or undeserved punishment;
for I see at the end of my rugged journey
that I was the architect of my destiny;
if I drew the sweetness or aloes from things,
it was because I put into them bitter bile, or sweet honey:
when I planted rose bushes, I always harvested roses.
True, to my youth Winter will come:
But you never promised me that May would be eternal!
No doubt I found my nights of sorrow to be long;
but you never promised me only good nights;
and yet I had some that were blessedly serene...
I loved, and I was loved, the sun stroked my face.
Life, you owe me nothing! Life, we are at peace!
- Amado Nervo
This was my father's favorite poem. It was recited at his eulogy. I've had the honor of reciting it at the funeral of three of my younger brothers. I hope that when I am laid to rest, someone will recite it over my mortal remains.
electric_blue68
(26,856 posts)peacebuzzard
(5,870 posts)that is a terrible loss, so sorry
you look so happy in this picture...
so sorry for this...
luvallpeeps
(1,286 posts)So sorry.
Lifelong Protester
(8,421 posts)It is no fun being an orphan, whatever your age
democrank
(12,596 posts)Sending a hug~
58Sunliner
(6,326 posts)
iluvtennis
(21,497 posts) 
DownriverDem
(7,014 posts)about losing your Mom.
Wawannabe
(6,890 posts)Comfort and peace!
raising2moredems
(752 posts)Cherish the time you had with her. The memories and influence on your life will never be gone. Time will lessen the hurt.
cayugafalls
(5,960 posts)I lost my mom two years ago after a 4 year battle, I was her daily caregiver so I know how hard it is...we love them so much and then they are gone.
Then I remembered my mom telling me she will never leave me, she will always be there for me if I look deep enough and she was right, she is in my heart, my memories and my soul, I am her son and she is, and will always be, my mom.
Love and hugs...cayugafalls.
MissB
(16,344 posts) 
Generic Brad
(14,374 posts) 
birdographer
(2,937 posts)Hamlette
(15,556 posts)
TygrBright
(21,361 posts)
Trueblue Texan
(4,461 posts)Peace and healing to you.
H2O Man
(79,046 posts)waterwatcher123
(513 posts)Texin
(2,851 posts)
mokawanis
(4,489 posts) karin_sj
(1,370 posts)
klook
(13,600 posts)I miss her very much, but I’m thankful she had a good, long life and was loved by many. Her unconditional love is a force I will always feel.
I hope you will be sustained by good memories of your mother. It’s a tough loss. Hang in there and take care of yourself.
Demsrule86
(71,542 posts) FailureToCommunicate
(14,605 posts)your heart. Moms never really leave us.
Heartstrings
(7,349 posts)May she Rest In Peace forever in your heart, Archae.....
rebe303
(147 posts)Sorry for your loss
Lucinda
(31,170 posts) herding cats
(20,049 posts)I've also lost my both dad and my father (it's complicated) some years ago, and now my mom's health is failing before my eyes.
My thoughts and empathy are with you this evening. ❤️
asiliveandbreathe
(8,203 posts) Awsi Dooger
(14,565 posts)Have pictures of your parents everywhere. That really helps me as I walk from room to room every day
CaptainTruth
(8,198 posts)whathehell
(30,468 posts) 
geardaddy
(25,392 posts) 
Hekate
(100,133 posts)
smirkymonkey
(63,221 posts)I can't imagine how much pain you must be in right now, but please know we are here for you if you need to talk.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Ellipsis
(9,454 posts)Laffy Kat
(16,951 posts) 
orleans
(36,912 posts)
parting this life with my mom was the hardest, worst thing i've even been through.
it took me awhile to realize she wasn't so far away and to know that very often she was still with me. while it sounds like that might be something that would have helped me feel better--and it did to a degree--i knew everything had changed. and i liked it better "before."
my heart goes out to you.
take care of yourself.
go slow.
Sogo
(7,191 posts)My deepest sympathies.
It’s never easy to let them go, but she’ll be in your heart always.
Lady Freedom Returns
(14,198 posts) 
Granny M
(1,398 posts) majdrfrtim
(340 posts)Probably because every new grief (occasioned by even seemingly inconsequential losses) can reawaken every old grief. Buckle up. It's going to be a bumpy ride.
Consider yourself hugged.
TeamPooka
(25,577 posts)in your heart forever.
LittleGirl
(8,999 posts)
myccrider
(484 posts)I know how much this hurts. Time is about the only thing that eases the pain, although it never completely goes away, but in the meantime, remember her, cry for your loss, share with your family and friends.
Peace.
Alacritous Crier
(4,469 posts) 
N_E_1 for Tennis
(13,032 posts) 
Judi Lynn
(164,122 posts) ...
applegrove
(132,207 posts)
Lonestarblue
(13,474 posts)We all have connections to those we love. Take care of yourself.
BlancheSplanchnik
(20,219 posts)meow2u3
(25,250 posts)May she rest in peace and shine over you.
niyad
(132,429 posts)CaptYossarian
(6,448 posts)
sl8
(17,110 posts)
randr
(12,648 posts)LuckyCharms
(22,645 posts)That's a nice picture of you and your mom.
lillypaddle
(9,606 posts)Best wishes to you and your family, I am so sorry for your loss.
malaise
(296,076 posts) Freedomofspeech
(4,794 posts)
Dreampuff
(778 posts)
malthaussen
(18,567 posts)CaliforniaPeggy
(156,619 posts)Her pain is over.
Please take care of yourself--she would want that for you.
sheshe2
(97,620 posts)
BlueTexasMan
(179 posts)I'm sending you thoughts of peace. Your courage in reaching out is admirable.
kag
(4,197 posts)I lost my mom when I was 16. Worst day of my life. Be kind to yourself.
deek
(3,416 posts) FreepFryer
(7,086 posts)
Blue Owl
(59,086 posts) 
Different Drummer
(9,083 posts) 
Moostache
(11,171 posts)Nothing can assuage the grief and sense of loss or fill the hole left behind our loved ones when they are taken from us, but I wish you all the support and fond memories of better times to move swiftly to your mind and ease your suffering and pain.
Hotler
(13,747 posts)moms are special in a way all to themselves. A toast to all moms past and present. 
Who's cutting onions?
Niagara
(11,849 posts) 
MissMillie
(39,651 posts)I lost my mom this year too. Most profound loss I've ever experienced.
Hold on to your happy memories. They will comfort you.
Your DU friends are here for you.
Politicub
(12,328 posts) bucolic_frolic
(55,129 posts)It's a time when time is distorted, or was for me. I can't recall everything, wish i'd written a lot down at the time.
GoneOffShore
(18,020 posts)
Piasladic
(1,171 posts)I am so sorry.
sdfernando
(6,084 posts) 
TEB
(15,651 posts)
mercuryblues
(16,409 posts)May you find peace in her love and comfort in your memories with her.
Doreen
(11,686 posts)lunasun
(21,646 posts)RIP Mom
Soph0571
(9,685 posts) sarge43
(29,173 posts)mia
(8,480 posts)I know the grief you are feeling.
Prayers for you and your family.
brer cat
(27,587 posts) mvd
(65,911 posts)Please accept my deepest condolences. What a lovely picture you shared.
Kali
(56,829 posts)such a sad year this has been.