Wanted to post something poignant. But all I got is this

[The Straight Story]

76 Tomorrow. That is old how old mom would be.

Thinking about Elizabeth Edwards tonight I can only think about those who loved her, and what she meant to them.

I wanted to write something poignant, something really deep. But all I got is - those who knew and loved her will miss her, as I miss my mom and many of you also miss that special someone.

Birthdays. Holidays. Celebrating a birth or a promotion. Those things you wanted to share with mom. Well they are gone. Nothing I can type here will give her kids a bit of their joy back. I can write nothing that will ease the pain of missing grandma not seeing her granddaughter on Christmas day tear open that present she bought her.

I got nothing except to say that I understand. Been there, and no matter what I say it won't make it easier. It won't fix a damned thing.

About all I can offer to anyone in the same situation is - you are not alone. Others, we cannot feel YOUR exact pain, but we can relate. We can share. We can grieve together, and laugh at some things. We can remember - together, and cry together as well.

When mom died I made a video of her. Quite a few folks in the family, and friends, told me to just move on and that I was dwelling on her death. Now years later I watch the video and smile and draw strength from it. Funny thing is, they do too. I remember her through those pics I scanned in, I remember all the joy she brought to us kids and the rest of the family.

I don't know the Edward's family. I don't care about their politics. I know them because they were - well, well known. And in some small way I, and others, have a connection to them at this moment. I hope they can move ahead and be stronger, I hope they never forget the woman they called mom, the woman some called friend. Always remember your mom - she was the first to hold you, and no matter your politics/religion/beliefs it is mom who loved you no matter what.

I can't feel your loss. I can relate though because of my own.

From my mom, to yours:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGOq-M1dFHw

[classof56]

1. Straight, I just watched this video and my heart ached...and soared.

The photos of your mom reminded me of my sister who would have been 77 on November 2. She did double duty as my best friend. She left me over 30 years ago, the result of a tragic traffic accident. I shall never cease to miss her, and your memories represented here evoked the very happy memories of her I carry with me. Bless you for that, and for your words.

Here's to you, Maggie. The world is a better place because of you.

[kgnu_fan]

2. Thank you for your post. beautiful