Mom has been living through some very dark days these past months since Dad passed away. When I call her I can hear the pain even thro she tries so hard to put up good front I can feel the pain.
This past weekend the girls got together and we went to spend the weekend with her. I’m talking about 3 grand girls, 4 great grandkids, and me all in a very small house, but the look on Moms face when we drove up was worth all the money in the world. She was smiling from ear to ear something that I haven’t seen in a long time and I do understand. To see her smile like that… to be happy it just made my day.
I called her yesterday afternoon, like always, and she was still glowing and sounded so happy. She told me that for the first time she was able to sit down and sew. Prior days she just couldn’t stay in the house she would always find something to do outside. I know the feeling the silence can just be too much at times.
It hurts me to walk in the house and not see Dad in his chair so I can only imagine how Mom has to feel being there 24x7. Will it ever get easier? I’m not sure. I’m just thankful for the 55 years I had my Dad and what he and Mom did for me.
It’s amazing what a bunch of kids can do for you… and I’ve got to add this.. I’m so proud of my girls. Even thro they are mine and I may be a little one sided… I think they are the best in the world. Love you Melissa, Lauren, and Mary.
