I don't know that there's even a proper place to put this, but it was just something I wanted to share. Today is the 11th anniversary of my mum's passing. Not a day goes by that I don't think about her, that my life isn't impacted by that memory or the lessons she taught me. She married a Russian Orthodox priest and had me at the very end of her child-bearing years. We moved when I was 6 and my father died two years later, leaving Mum in an unfamiliar place. I only found out much later how much physical pain she was in every day as a result of compacted discs in her neck and severe arthritis. She never complained. She went out every day until she was in her 80s chopping down trees or landscaping our property. Then she would come in and watch her soap operas or her news and ask me about how I was doing. Her sister moved in with us and helped out -- they were such a good team. Mum was such an inspiration and a great role model. My parents gave me a lot of freedom as a child -- I was taught to make my own decisions but to think before I made them because I had to live with their consequences, but that she would support me through whatever. I've been through a lot of craziness in the last year. Mum's examples helped me get through some stuff I never could have imagined would happen. Anyway, I went off on a sidequest here. I guess my main thing is to ask you to give your parents a hug today if you still have them, even if you are having a disagreement. Appreciate them for whatever they brought into your life. If you've already lost them, I hope today gives you a moment to reflect on their impact on you with love. And may that all make your life a little better, a little simpler, and a little more sensible. That's all I have. Have a great day, all of you.
Your mom sounds like she was a great lady. I was blessed with really great parents as well. I’m lucky to still have them (they’re in their mid 60’s). But my appreciation for them grows all the time. I still strive daily to be like my dad when I “grow up”. I’m about to drop off my 6 month old daughter to their house in about an hour and I know she’s in the best hands. She already loves them so much you can see it.
She sounds incredible. She very clearly did an awesome job with you. I know you've been having a rough go of it, but I can tell by the way you post and the things you post about that you're a very thoughtful and dedicated person. She'd be super proud, no doubt. It seems that things turn out well for thoughtful, well intentioned people. I would expect that your rough patch is behind you and you've got much better days ahead. Thanks for the thoughtful post and the reminder to appreciate the time I have left with my mom.
Thanks for sharing. It's just been a little over a year since I lost my mom. I miss her, but her passing has made my dad and I closer. Yesterday I set up a robotic vacuum for him. Holy shit, so far it works surprisingly great. He has two cats and hardwood floors so this is going to be really helpful. I didn't realize the price had dropped so much on them. Sucks and mops for under $100. Doesn't bother the cats.
Both my parents are gone. Been two years since my mom passed. Amazing lady. Like PC's mom she dealt with bad arthritis for years. But, she never complained. Always was willing to help others even if it meant her not having things. Very selfless. Dad died back in 2016. Very weird not having them around anymore.
Thanks for sharing! Sounds like she was an incredible lady! I know what's it like to lose parents. My mother was 65 and pop 75.
As somebody who doesn’t have a relationship at all with his parents, I love that you have such fond memories of yours. Love hearing stories like this FAMS!
