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northofdenali Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:23 AM
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Mom died today.
She was one incredible woman. Two years ago - at the age of 92 - she ws a poll watcher for Obama. A true "yellow dog" Democrat, she never voted for a Republican in her life.

She was around before cars were common. She was a photographer, a CPA, and became my mom at 38. Dad was 7 years younger!

I weep for her, but more for me. Who am I going to call in Florida when it's 45 below zero here? I hurt so bad.

Thanks, DU for being here and caring.
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Skittles Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:24 AM
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1. so sorry nod
:cry:
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Arugula Latte Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:25 AM
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2. Your mom sounds like a great lady.
My condolences. :hug:
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leftstreet Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:27 AM
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3. Condolences
so sorry to hear it
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solara Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:27 AM
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4. Very sorry for your loss..
:-(
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CaliforniaPeggy Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:28 AM
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5. No matter how long they live...
It's never long enough...

My deepest condolences...

She will always live in your heart...

:hug:
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Catherina Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:28 AM
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6. I am so sorry!
The nice thing is that her memory lives in you.

You've already made a difference in so many lives. For her? Because of her? I weep with you my friend. :hug:
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northofdenali Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:31 AM
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9. Yes, for her -
I can't be anything but who I am, because I was raised by a beautiful, intelligent and incredible woman.
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Mojeoux Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:29 AM
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7. We are here.
I lost my Mom in 2007. I think of her everyday.
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SoCalDem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:30 AM
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8. So sorry to hear that she's gone.. But you were lucky to have her such a long time
and she was lucky to have you too :hug:
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Hissyspit Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:33 AM
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10. So sorry about that, northofdenali.
Sounds like she had an amazing life.
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Cerridwen Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:34 AM
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11. I'm so sorry for your loss.
:hug:

The pain...it just hurts. There's a gap that takes a while, sometimes a long while, to heal.

I'm so sorry.

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Swamp Rat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:36 AM
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12. .
:hug:
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Arrowhead2k1 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:36 AM
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13. Sorry to hear this. It must truly hurt for you right now.
Atleast you can take some comfort in knowing that your mom was lucky enough to live such a long and fulfilled life.
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underseasurveyor Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:36 AM
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14. (((Hug)))
Just (((hugs)))

Heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mom.
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Rhiannon12866 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:37 AM
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15. I am so very sorry. Your mother does sound like an incredible woman,
Someone who made a real difference and truly made the most of life. And your post made me cry. I care, too...

Rhiannon :hug:
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ClayZ Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:39 AM
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16. Hugs from Washington State
I lost my Dad last year. I am visiting with my elderly Mom this week. This part of life sucks! It sounds like your mom was a Great Lady.

Take care of yourself, eat, breath, etc~

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denbot Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:39 AM
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17. I am sorry for your loss.
Peace to you, and yours.
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uppityperson Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:45 AM
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18. So sorry north.
No matter how long they are around, it isn't long enough. She sounds like someone special. Hugs to you. I am picturing her in the northern lights.
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madamesilverspurs Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:47 AM
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19. Hugs for your sorrow,
and joy for the memories she gave you.

We're with you.


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dogday Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:47 AM
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20. I am so sorry for your loss.
Here is a great big hug from me to you... :hug:
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abq e streeter Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:47 AM
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21. Sending my condolences ...
I lost my mom to cancer when I was a teenager, but have been fortunate to still have my dad at almost 93. I try to prepare myself for the inevitable, but I know there really is no way. She sounds like a great woman, and really did live a long , and from what you've said, good life, and I hope and pray that knowing that will soften the pain in your heart as time goes by.
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EFerrari Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:48 AM
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22. I'm so sorry.
:hug:
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Beacool Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:49 AM
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23. I'm terribly sorry.
She sounded like a great lady. May she rest in peace.

:hug:
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Lasher Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:51 AM
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24. So sorry she had to go.
Strength to you and yours in this time of mourning.
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47of74 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:53 AM
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25. Sorry to hear that.
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emilyg Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:54 AM
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26. Hugs.
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DearAbby Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:56 AM
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The pain will pass, Her memory won't
I know its hard right now, but you have so many years of memories, pictures in your heart. :hug:
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knowbody0 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:56 AM
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27. so sorry
no one can fill that sprecial spot. keep her tight to you in your heart. every now and again, when I am confused or frustrated, I'll get a whiff of my mum's scent. it's fleeting and often brings a tear, but I am always filled again with the bond of her love.
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AlienGirl Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:56 AM
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28. I'm sorry to hear that. She sounds like a hell of a great lady.
:hug:
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ProfessionalLeftist Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:58 AM
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29. I am so sorry
My greatest sympathies are with you. :hug:
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delightfulstar Donating Member (402 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:59 AM
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30. I'm sorry.
:hug:
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FLyellowdog Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:05 AM
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31. My heart breaks for you.
We always miss our mothers when they are gone no matter how long we had them with us in life. :hug:
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LibDemAlways Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:11 AM
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32. Sincere condolences. I hope that fond memories of your mother's
long and active life comfort you and bring you peace. You are in my thoughts.
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PDJane Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:13 AM
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33. I am so sorry..........
An impressive woman. Many cyber hugs and little prayers of support....
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lumberjack_jeff Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:14 AM
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34. My condolences.
No matter how old you are, or how far away, when your parents die you feel like an orphan.
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KT2000 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:18 AM
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35. I'm so sorry
peace to you.
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StarryNite Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:22 AM
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36. I'm so, so sorry.
I can relate to how you're feeling. It does get easier over time.
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bluesbassman Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:23 AM
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37. Sorry for your loss. Your description is one of a remarkable woman.
Sounds like she lived a rich and full life. Safe passage to her, peace and comfort to you. :hug:
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sabrina 1 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:24 AM
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38. Sorry you have lost your wonderful mom.
:hug:
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Submariner Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:28 AM
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39. Take comfort in having had such a great Mom
Pleasant memories for you always. The Arctic in January is tough enough, hang in there. Sorry for your loss.
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MGB67deux Donating Member (46 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:34 AM
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40. Some losses we never quite recover from.....
but think of the life she lead, the things she accomplished and the history she saw. My own mother was born in 1902 and was a true devotee of FDR and John Kennedy. She died ten years ago and I do still miss her, father too. Cherish the old letters and the old photographs for part of her is there still. Celebrate her life that way.
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Bonobo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:36 AM
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41. I'm so sorry.
My mom died last March and I feel your pain. PM me if you want to talk.
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RedArmy300 Donating Member (69 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:39 AM
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42. I'm sorry for your loss.
I've had the good fortune to only remember losing one family member, my great grandmother died when I was too young to feel the impact of her death, but my grandfather passed away from cancer of the liver and it was painful...not only to watch, but to see him when the life was gone from him.

I helped carry the casket and stood silent when the honor guard fired their shots, they handed me an American flag folded into a triangle which I keep in my room in view at all times.

I'm sure many people understand how you feel and there will always be someone to comfort you, so look to the future, mourn your loved one, but honor them in your deeds and do not dwell for that is the mistake I have made with my grandfather - his passing, the reason he died, is why I hate the American political system so much...

Once more, I sympathize with you and wish you the best, but do not let your life center around it, that is the only advice I can give.
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NuclearDem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:02 AM
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43. There are no words
Your mom fought the good fight all the way to the end. She sounds like an incredible woman...and you should be proud of her.

Hopefully that thought alone will be enough to ease the suffering...but even if it doesn't, rest assured, each and every one of us here, friends, enemies, frenemies, are here to help you through the rest of it.

:hug:
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mwdem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:10 AM
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44. So sorry to hear.
She sounded like a wonderful lady! Hey, call me!
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fadedrose Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:17 AM
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45. Anyone can see your Mom lives thru you, and gave you a gift for life, her love - nt
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my2sense Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:18 AM
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46. She sounds like an incredible woman
So sorry for your loss, but she will forever be in your heart and memories.
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Raine Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:20 AM
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47. I'm so sorry
your mother sounds very special. I know you will always miss her, my mother died 13 years ago and I miss her everyday. :hug:
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NaturalHigh Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:26 AM
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48. May God bless her and welcome her...
and may your family find peace. My deepest condolences.
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me b zola Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:27 AM
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49. I'm so sorry
:hug:
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democracy1st Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:38 AM
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50. K & R R.I.P. she lived a great life!
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juajen Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:11 AM
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51. So very sorry for the hole in your heart. Hope she comforts you from wherever she is. NT
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bluestateguy Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:29 AM
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52. I'm sorry to hear that
Let's win this next election for her.
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malaise Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:31 AM
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53. Deepest sympathy Northofdenali
Today is painful but time will replace the pain with golden memories
:grouphug:
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orleans Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:44 AM
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54. i lost my mom 13 months ago and i'm still torn up over it
can't imagine i'll ever get over losing her but i believe we'll be together again--in another time and place--(just as i believe we've been together before).

i'm sorry you're hurting
it's times like these that show us how bittersweet love it.

and the wonderful thing about all that love is that it goes on and on--it doesn't stop or have to stop. and it's that love that will keep the two of you connected.

i can only offer up a hug, maybe a bowl of warm soup, a blanket.

i'm really sorry for your tremendous loss.
try to take care.
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Delphinus Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:52 AM
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55. Blessings
to you northofdenali - and to your Mom. :hug:
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eridani Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:53 AM
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56. Even knowing that she had a great life doesn't really help, does it?
:grouphug:
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Jack Rabbit Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:58 AM
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57. .
:grouphug:
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tavalon Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:04 AM
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58. I'm sorry
May the hardest part pass quickly but her memory remain strong with you.
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xchrom Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:34 AM
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59. may Peace be with you and yours at this time. nt
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Granny M Donating Member (182 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:00 AM
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60. Sorry for your loss.
Your mother sounds like a wonderful lady. Comfort and peace to you and yours at this sad time.
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onethatcares Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:14 AM
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61. I am so sorry for your loss.
my thoughts are with you.
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WillyT Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:33 AM
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62. (((((((Hug)))))))
I'm so sorry.

:grouphug:
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cal04 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:40 AM
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63. I'm so sorry
my thoughts and prayers are with you
:hug:
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barbtries Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:41 AM
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64. my condolences
i'd love to read a longer biography of her if you ever feel up to that. :hug:
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archiemo Donating Member (257 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:54 AM
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65. I know how you feel. It hurts, bad, for a long time but does eventually
ease. Virtual hug for you!
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Enthusiast Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:57 AM
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66. You have my sympathy. nt
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Stuart G Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:58 AM
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67.  Sorry.
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liberal N proud Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:59 AM
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68. My condolences
She sounds like a great person and mother. Let those memories comfort you.

Those of us who have lost a parent understand your pain and sense of loss.

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Joey Liberal Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:09 AM
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69. Condolences
From your description its easy to see that she was a great lady.
JL
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laylah Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:13 AM
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70. I am so sorry
for your loss. :hug:

jenn
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SalmonChantedEvening Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:15 AM
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71. Oh sweetheart.
:cry:

My sympathies on your wonderful Mother's passing. :hug:

Know you are in my heart, sending vibes of love and comfort your way. :*
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madokie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:19 AM
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72. So sorry
Mothers are something very special in all of our lives and from the sounds of it your mother was something special to all of us even though we've never met in the fact that she worked so hard for so long for our Democracy. You have something to be very proud of, those memories will carry you.
A :hug: for you from me.
Please take care


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secondwind Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:24 AM
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73. So very sorry, I understand how you feel. My mom died in 2001, and I still miss her terribly.

But you will find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have of her, and you were so blessed to have her up to 92 years. My mom died at 79. Hang in there! And as you get older, you may find that one day you are looking in the mirror and she will be looking back at you. :loveya:
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proud2BlibKansan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:26 AM
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74. May she rest in peace
I still miss my mom.

Take care of you for awhile. :hug:
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leftynyc Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:32 AM
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75. {{{northofdenali}}}
I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish for peace in your heart and everlasting peace for your mother.
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Hubert Flottz Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:33 AM
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76. Verry sorry about your Mom.
Hope you feel better soon.
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eShirl Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:36 AM
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77. oh honey
:grouphug:

we're here for you anytime you need to talk, or not-talk


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lunatica Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:38 AM
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78. My mom died a year ago
hugs
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tularetom Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:44 AM
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79. Sorry for your loss
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Uben Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:56 AM
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80. God bless her soul
At 92, she saw a lot and lived through some of the best and worst times in America. It must have been hard for her to see this great nation sink to the levels it has at the hands of the wealthy. She lived thru the times when people helped each other and shared and held common values. When a family could survive on one income, doctors actually came to your home, and the family ate meals together.
I was fortunate to live and see some of those times. I know how dearly she must have treasured the memories of her life.

I hope she's home now. Back with the ones she shared all those years with.

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TBF Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:58 AM
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81. Godspeed northofdenali, will be thinking of you today. nt
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webDude Donating Member (830 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:00 AM
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82. I feel for you, and my prayers are with you. I think you will always have those ...
...moments when you start to think about calling her or going to see her, and then remember. Trust me, these will be less painful, and will actually turn more to pleasant remembrances. Even though, you will never totally get over it, but it will be nowhere near as painful. I have just passed the 9 month anniversary of Mom passing, she was 89. You will likely see things that you will think are her trying to let you know it's okay. I had several real as life dreams, I had a fan that was making an un-earthly sound one night, I woke up several times when I heard my name yelled down the hallway, and no one was there. Your mileage may vary, just be open to the possibility and you will learn so much.

Best of luck, northofdenali
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cate94 Donating Member (573 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:11 AM
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I am so sorry for your loss.
:hug:
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Mira Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:11 AM
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83. I send you a big warm hug. So sad. I talk to my Mom (86) every day, and I dread......n/t
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pinboy3niner Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:14 AM
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84. I'm so sorry you lost your mom
I've gone through that, and I know how hard that must be for you.

Fuck the weather forecasts--you lost your mom!

Berst wishes to you in dealing with this terrible loss. :hugs:
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mmonk Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:20 AM
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85. My condolences.
Find peace in your memories.
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PhillySane Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:26 AM
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86. Sorry for your loss
keep remembering her as she was. sounds like she was great!
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Octafish Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:26 AM
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87. My deepest sympathies and sincere condolences, northofdenali.
Going by what you did -- and what you are -- she truly was an incredible woman.
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RoccoR5955 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:39 AM
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88. Sincerest condolences to you and your family. n/t
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GreenPartyVoter Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:46 AM
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89. I'm so sorry. :^( *hugs* The world is never the same without our moms in it.
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Vinca Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:46 AM
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90. My condolences.
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GigiMommy Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:49 AM
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91. So so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.:hug:
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babydollhead Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:56 AM
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92. so sorry for your loss
may the ache of heart strings that you feel warm you for the rest of your life, as a way of knowing LOVE and that she will always be with you.
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rasputin1952 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:59 AM
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93. So sorry to hear this...
Remember the best of times and know that the sorrow will pass, but the fond memories of love & warmth will never pass.

I can tell you had a great Mom...look how you turned out...:hug:
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bdamomma Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:00 AM
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94. my condolences
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TheOther95Percent Donating Member (202 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:00 AM
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95. My condolences
Your mom was an amazing woman. May memories of your time together comfort and console you. I wish you peace.
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Javaman Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:01 AM
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96. A sounds like she lived a long a wonderful life with a great person as her child.
Peace to you and your mom.
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Chorophyll Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:07 AM
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97. Sorry for your loss, Northofdenali.
Your mom was obviously a formidable woman! :hug:
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westerebus Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:09 AM
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98. My condolences to you and your family.
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GoCubsGo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:10 AM
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99. I'm so sorry.
Big hug.
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Odin2005 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:17 AM
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100. I'm so sorry!
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kentuck Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:19 AM
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101. So sorry to hear of your loss.
You were blessed to have her for such a long time.
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Tatiana Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:21 AM
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102. I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.
It sounds like your mom was an extraordinary woman who lived a wonderful and fulfilling life.

:hug:
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spanone Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:22 AM
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103. ...
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raouldukelives Donating Member (945 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:22 AM
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104. So very sorry
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Solly Mack Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:25 AM
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105. My deepest condolences, northofdenali.
I know the loss. My sympathies.
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mopinko Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:32 AM
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106. when your mother dies, you are a child again, no matter
Edited on Tue Jan-18-11 09:33 AM by mopinko
how old you are. peace, and walk slowly for a little while. think and heal. :hug:
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Moody Donating Member (128 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:45 AM
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107. well said.
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nyc 4 Biden Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:47 AM
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108. ...
:hug:


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myrna minx Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:49 AM
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109. I am so sorry for your loss.
:grouphug:
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tomm2thumbs Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:52 AM
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110. sounds like an incredible woman
Edited on Tue Jan-18-11 09:52 AM by tomm2thumbs

and you are a legacy to that

I'm sure she was a proud mom to ya - and all my sympathies for your loss - nothing can be harder

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blm Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:00 AM
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111. peace to you, dear nod
.
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japple Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:02 AM
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112. Sending comforting energies in your direction. May you feel your
Mother's arms wrapped around you. She sounds like a remarkable woman.
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niyad Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:04 AM
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113. so very sorry for your loss. your DU family is here for you
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Jeffersons Ghost Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:04 AM
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114. Moms can be the most important people in our lives...
They can be supportive and listen when we have real problems and fly to our sides when it's possible.
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FailureToCommunicate Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:15 AM
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115. Wish that there was more we could do than just send you words
of sorrow for your loss, n.o.d. Not today, not tomorrow, but sometime in the weeks ahead your memories of all that she was for you and accomplished in her life will bring a smile before the tears, I hope.

If you have photos, throw yourself into organizing them - for yourself if no one else. It may help.

My mom passed a year ago and, at least for me, it did help to spend time on organizing some aspects of her legacy for the family.

Here is an arm on your shoulder,

--F2C


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trud Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:15 AM
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116. I'm sorry...
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watercolors Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:18 AM
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117. It was wonderful she had such a full & long life,
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davidthegnome Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:19 AM
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118. I'm sorry for your loss
I think she had a great kid though - to carry on her legacy. Thank YOU for being there.
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roguevalley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:23 AM
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119. oh no.. I am soooo sorry. I will send you a poem that helps me
Edited on Tue Jan-18-11 10:24 AM by roguevalley
I wish I could tell you it will get easier at some point because it does but it doesn't help to hear that. I wish only good for you, my friend. Call us here when it gets that cold. We will always be here for you.
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nolabear Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:23 AM
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120. My condolences. She sounds like a great mom.
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Sheepshank Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:24 AM
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121. I am so very very sorry
your mother sounds like a wonderful woman. We should have been so lucky to have a mom like that!

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stevedeshazer Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:26 AM
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122. I recently lost my mom, too. My sincere condolences.
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Still Blue in PDX Donating Member (633 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-19-11 12:56 AM
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231. So sorry.
:hug:
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riverwalker Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:33 AM
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123. so sorry for your loss
"God gave us memories, so we will have roses in winter, and mothers forever"
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Borchkins Donating Member (32 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:35 AM
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124. So sorry.
Your mom did a good job and I'm sure you made her very proud. I'm sorry for your loss.

I hope my son speaks as well of me when I'm gone. I had him at age 38 and I'm 8 years older than my husband.

B
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handmade34 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:36 AM
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125. (((...)))
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Daphne08 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:40 AM
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126. My heart goes out to you.
My own mother is 82 and I dread the day...

Bless you. :hug:

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frogmarch Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:40 AM
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127. Ohhhh, so sorry.
Your mom must have been a truly remarkable woman.

May your sorrow diminish but fond memories of your mom remain forever.
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steve2470 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:52 AM
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128. So sorry to hear of your loss
My mom died 3.5 years ago, so I can keenly empathize with you. I wish you all the best.
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tpsbmam Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:54 AM
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129. So sorry, nod.
:hug:

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Chemisse Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:56 AM
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130. I am sorry for your loss. She sounds like she was a remarkable woman - nt.
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WilliamPitt Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:58 AM
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131. (((HUG)))
:hug:
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ensho Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:02 AM
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132. wishing you hugs and kisses
nt
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DainBramaged Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:04 AM
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133. I feel your pain, my Mom also nearly two years ago, almost identical to your story.
:cry:
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sam sarrha Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:11 AM
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134. My condolences.
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defendandprotect Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:11 AM
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135. My sympathies to you and your family --
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progressoid Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:11 AM
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136. We're here for you.
:grouphug:

Your Mom sounded like a wonderful person.
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redwitch Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:13 AM
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137. I dreamed about my mom the other night.
I think she gets lonely for me too sometimes and comes to visit while I sleep and dream. Your mom will too. :hug:
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swilton Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:16 AM
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138. This is a great loss
Your friends share your pain
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SCRUBDASHRUB Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:22 AM
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139. I'm very sorry for your loss, Northofdenali. It sounded like she was one heck of
a lady and lived a long, productive and wonderful life.
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ChazII Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:27 AM
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140. Sorry to hear of your loss.
She sounds like she was one inspirational woman and an adventurer. I lost my mom in 2001 and I can understand what you're going through.:hug:
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OmmmSweetOmmm Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:30 AM
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141. I am so sorry for your loss. My Mom passed 1 1/2 years ago and I still miss her but time does help.
(((((hugs)))))
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DeSwiss Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:43 AM
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142. Sorry for your loss. K&R - n/t
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Cleita Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:48 AM
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143. My sympathy and condolences.
My prayers are with you. :hug:
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patrice Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:15 PM
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144. Energy is conserved. She is still here in her unique effect upon our world.
Look and listen; you will meet her again.
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femrap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:15 PM
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145. Your Mom sounds like a
great woman. But she is the lucky one....she has comfort, peace, and happiness. Total freedom.

I just attended my aunt's funeral yesterday...because I was raised by a single mother, I spent many summer days at my Aunt's. She was like a second mother. She had three children and we had fun playing on their farm.

I hate funerals, but I got through it, the burial, and the reception without a tear. Today, I'm a blob of tears. So unhappy.
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davidwparker Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:22 PM
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146. Sorry for your loss. RIP.
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TatonkaJames Donating Member (502 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:24 PM
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147. Sorry for your loss
I have my parents and dread the day so please be strong and my thoughts for you and your mom
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closeupready Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:27 PM
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148. My sympathies to you.
:hug:
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tabatha Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:27 PM
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149. Sorry for your loss.
Be strong for your Mom.
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H2O Man Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:29 PM
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150. Very sorry.
A few minutes after I first read this, and was trying to think of some response, I took one of my dogs out to do his morning business. I could hear, very far in the distance, a train going through a community about 12 miles away. Sometimes, either late at night or early in the morning, the sound carries up through the valley between the mountains.

My father, like his father and many other family members, found employment on the railroads of central New York. One night, a few years after my father died, I was outside -- catching fire flies -- with my daughters. When we heard the lonely train whistle, my younger daughter said, "Well, hi, Grampa!" She was five years old at the time.

That always stuck with me. I'm confident that you will have opportunities to tell your Mother how cold (or warm, etc) it is.
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The Midway Rebel Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:30 PM
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151. Online hugs.
sorry for your loss
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onpatrol98 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:44 PM
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152. I'm sorry for your loss...
She sounds like one great lady.
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AtLiberty Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:44 PM
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153. : (
I'm very sorry for your loss. I "lost" my mom years ago, although she's still living.

I lost my mom to FOX News in the early 90s. It ruined our relationship. Although I never discuss politics and religion with her, she frequently voices her rabid far-right views in politics and religion. I learned long ago that it does no good to have a conversation.

I "talk" with her every day, mostly just listening. Weather. Recipes. Grandchildren. Her aches and pains. Her very small, isolated world. But I wouldn't call these talks "conversations." We never, ever laugh or connect. I never look forward to our "talks." She often brings up her friends on FOX. I play on-line Boggle while she goes on and on and on. At least I know what the talking-point memo of the day is at FOX -- long before many of you. ;)
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LongTomH Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:44 PM
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154. A Grand Lady!
My condolences for your loss!:hug:
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Guilded Lilly Donating Member (960 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 12:53 PM
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155. Sending very sincere wishes of condolence.
I still *talk* to my mom, still know she is there. Your mom is, too.
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bobburgster Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:01 PM
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156. Sorry for your loss! n/t
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Tippy Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:03 PM
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157. Sorry for your loss......
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Dappleganger Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:03 PM
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158. Big hugs to you...
losing a mom is so painful, there's a huge whole that can never really be replaced. I hope you're able to find some comfort in the company of your family and friends.

:hug:
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nadinbrzezinski Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:05 PM
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159. Hugs
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classof56 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:06 PM
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160. I am so sad to hear this. Not easy, ever, to lose our parents.
My mom lived to be 96 and was a diehard fundamentalist, very right wing. She was not easy to deal with at times, but I practiced as best I could the patience, kindness, love and all those other Baptist values she taught me as I was growing up. We did not agree on many things, but when the end came I was with her and in her last cognizant moments I told her she did good, her whole life. And that I love her, followed by a final hug. So difficult watching her slip away...after 7 years, I still weep at the memory. Your mother sounds quite extraordinary, as do you. In the DNA, I'm guessing! You were both fortunate indeed.

Peace and blessings.
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driver8 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:13 PM
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161. I'm so sorry for your loss...
Your Mom sounds like an amazing woman.
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TuxedoKat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:29 PM
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162. Ah, so sorry
she sounds like a great woman -- what a full and well-lived life she had. (((HUGS)))
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WiffenPoof Donating Member (676 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:39 PM
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163. How Fortunate You Were...
to have her for so long. Many memories, many passages. My thoughts are with you.

-PLA
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NEOhiodemocrat Donating Member (624 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:44 PM
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164. So very sorry for your loss
She sounds like an incrediable woman. Hope that memories of her comfort you at this time.
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babylonsister Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 01:48 PM
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165. She sounds like a heck of a lady. My sincere condolences,
northofdenali. :hug:
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renate Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:03 PM
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166. I'm so sorry
It sounds like the two of you had an incredible bond. It's such a blessing, but it hurts so much when the nature of that bond changes (it can never end).

Many many :hug: to you.
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sdfernando Donating Member (421 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:10 PM
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167. I'm so sorry for you loss
When my mother passed in 2005 it was the saddest day of my entire life. I know what you are going through and I so sorry. Your mother sounds like an amazing woman and enjoyed a life well lived. Take comfort in that.
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reflection Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:13 PM
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168. .
:hug:
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southernyankeebelle Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:13 PM
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169. When you lose your mother you lose your best friend. You must
consider yourself extremely lucky to have had her around for 92 yrs. My mom died at 64 yrs old. To me that had a profound effect on me to this day. Now am 63 and pray I can be around allot longer for my child. I wish I could have 5 minutes to speak with my parents and I would give up 1yr of life on earth. I miss my folks.
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jwirr Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:20 PM
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170. You have my sympathy. It is hard to lose a loved one.
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benld74 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:22 PM
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171. Condolences. I lost mine over 15 years ago,,,
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Window Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:36 PM
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172. Sincere condolences to your and yours. I'm sure Mom is resting
peacefully. Will keep you on my prayer list.

Peace
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deathrind Donating Member (43 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:38 PM
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173. :(
Sorry to hear about your loss. I lost my mom in 04 (she was only 55) so I know what you are going thru. Take solace in the years you had, keep the good memories and let the bad ones go. The pain is incredible for a while but it will get better, I promise. Keep your chin up.
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Raster Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:56 PM
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174. Bless your heart. Keep your memories alive and cherish them always.
Time will dull the pain, but it will never completely go away.
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NewJeffCT Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 02:59 PM
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175. I'm very sorry for your loss
May she rest in peace.
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blue neen Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:06 PM
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176. I am so very sorry for your loss.
She was an incredible woman.
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SteveM Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:07 PM
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177. I am very sorry to hear about your mother...
My Mom is 91 and still doing well. You mention Florida. She is an old Cracker whose family goes back pre-Civil War.
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hamsterjill Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:13 PM
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Sounds like the left lost a good one!
My condolences on the loss of your mom.
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oldtime dfl_er Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:13 PM
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178.  Be proud!
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was born before women even had the right to vote in this nation! What she must have seen and done in her life!
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rhett o rick Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:22 PM
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179. My condolences. nm
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Broderick Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:23 PM
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180. sorry
It's never easy
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Joanne98 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 03:54 PM
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181. So sorry. May your mom rest in peace.
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texanwitch Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:00 PM
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182. I lost my Mother last year, it hurts.
I wasn't that close but it still hurts.

Time won't heal the pain but it will get better.

Your Mom sounded like a great woman, and lived a full life.

I lost both parents last year.

The worst part is not being able to talk to them again.

Cry when you need to, and remember the good times.

:hug: :hug: :hug:
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gademocrat7 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:02 PM
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183. I am so sorry for your loss.
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zulchzulu Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:05 PM
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184. I hope she's having a laugh with my mom
All the best in going through your loss.
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postulater Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:13 PM
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185. Sorry to hear that.
What a blessing to have her with you for so long.
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highplainsdem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:14 PM
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186. I'm so sorry. She sounds like a wonderful person and a great mom.
:hug:
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BallardWA Donating Member (64 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:23 PM
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187. Peace to you and yours-
It sounds as though she had a full life, and has left us all better for it.
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cascadiance Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:27 PM
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188. My best wishes to you... I value that much more my Mom coming through a stroke on XMas Day...
Edited on Tue Jan-18-11 04:28 PM by cascadiance
... this year. Lost my Dad a year ago, and for a while on Christmas morning this last year, we were wondering if we were going to lose my Mom then too when we took her too emergency then. Fortunately, she's recovering well now.

I'm sorry for your loss. Will keep having me think good wishes for everyone now, especially with our economy and health care becoming harder for everyone to get to now!

Not sure what I will do when they are both gone too. They've been a great voice to turn to all of my life. Again, take care!
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Bluzmann57 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:28 PM
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189. So sorry for your loss
You know, I believe that being a progressive, liberal or whatever one chooses to call themselves keeps people younger and they live longer. R.I.P. to your mom. Peace to you and your surviving family members.
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Arctic Dave Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:32 PM
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190. My condolences NoD.
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Uncle Joe Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:36 PM
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191. I am sorry for your loss but happy that your mom lived to a ripe age.
Peace to you, northofdenali.:hug:
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MannyGoldstein Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:37 PM
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192. So sorry!
Peace to all.
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Butch350 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:44 PM
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193. Bless Her and her incredibly long life....
I bet she saw a lot history being made in her blessed life time.

But she'll live on in your heart and thoughts.

Man, I would have loved to hear some of the stories about her
experiences in life and some of the things shes seen come about.

Time will heal the wound but love will keep her memory alive in you always.

ButchD
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Athena66 Donating Member (39 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:47 PM
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194. I'm so very, very
sorry. May she rest in peace, and may you find comfort in your loving memories of her. She sounds like a truly remarkable person.
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Kurovski Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 04:48 PM
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195. In your sorrow...
remember a lifetime of love.
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madmax Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:05 PM
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196. Sorry for your loss . Yes, we cry for ourselves because
we are the poorer without them. Makes me feel better to just keep talking to her as if she's still right here. :hug: She is with you in your heart and memories, always.
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goforit Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:06 PM
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197. I'm truely sorry. I lost a loved one too Dec 29. I'm still in
disbelief.

I feel at a loss some times.
But I truely know she is now in a better place.
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RamboLiberal Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:06 PM
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198. My sympathies - you had one heckuva mom
And a whole lot of wonderful memories I bet.
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PCIntern Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:09 PM
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199. I'm sorry as well...
I haven't read the other posts...I'm sure I'm not alone in wishing you well thru this difficult experience. I posted here when my Mom passed away and people were great about it.

Wishing you well during this time.

PC
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BlueJazz Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:34 PM
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200. My thoughts are with you.
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Call Me Wesley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 05:44 PM
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201. Safe passage to your mom.
May she be free from suffering. Peace and comfort to you and yours, northofdenali.
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kittykitty Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:03 PM
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202. You'll think of your Mother every day of your life.
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Ninga Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:09 PM
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203. You sound like you are a caring, loving person...thanks to her. Rest well Mom, you
did a good job.

So sorry for your loss.
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Vidar Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:29 PM
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204. I'm very sory. May she set in peace.
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Carolina Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:31 PM
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205. My deepest sympathy
When we lose our parents, we lose a bit of ourselves, our history, since they knew us before we knew ourselves. This is particularly true of mothers. You may not be able to call her any more but you can still talk to her in heaven. My heart goes out to you; I've been there and know how you feel.
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Ilsa Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 06:34 PM
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206. My sincerest condolences. No one knows you like your loving mom. nt
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TwentyFive Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:04 PM
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207. I'm sorry to hear about your mom.
I think that when people pass, they go into another dimension. If she's out there, I'm sure she wants you to carry on and be happy.
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sonias Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:12 PM
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208. Condolences for your loss, northofdenali
May your Mom rest in peace.

:hug:
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One Voice Donating Member (334 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:26 PM
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209. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Many hugs :hug:
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Old Troop Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:33 PM
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210. Please accept my condolences
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GoddessOfGuinness Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 07:38 PM
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211. ~sending hugs~
I am so very sorry for your loss...
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BobbyBoring Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:09 PM
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212. So sorry to hear that
But glad she made it to 92. I lost my mom when she was only 65. Like yours, she was an exceptional woman.

Hopefully, it will only take a few years to get past the point of reaching for the phone to talk to mom about the weather, your wife, you job, or whatever and suddenly realizing that the call won't be answered.

She will always live on in your heart though~
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 08:54 PM
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213. I'm so sorry. An amazing woman and obviously a wonderful mother. May
she rest in peace. :hug:
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TeeYiYi Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:04 PM
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214. (((((((((((( northofdenali ))))))))))))
TYY :hug:
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1620rock Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:16 PM
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215. God grant you peace. She lived a good long life.
:hug:
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Booster Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:25 PM
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216. I lost my Mom in Sept. so just know I understand and care.
:hug:
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Maraya1969 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 09:32 PM
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217. I am so sorry for your loss north. It is very hard when a parent dies.
Be kind and gentle to yourself now as you go through the grieving process.

:hug: :grouphug:
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SayitAintSo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:02 PM
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218. My deepest sympathies ...
I lost my baby brother quite suddenly 3 months ago - He was my political debate partner. I miss our talks, his sense of humor.

I'm so sorry for your loss
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donheld Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:14 PM
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219. I'm very sorry for your loss
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greatauntoftriplets Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:16 PM
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220. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother.
We're here for you when you are hurting. And we care.

:hug:
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sueh Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:19 PM
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221. My sincerest sympathy...your Mom will live on in your heart.
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lonestarnot Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:22 PM
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222. Ahh... I am so sorry northofdenali.
:hug:
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Esse Quam Videri Donating Member (256 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:29 PM
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223. So sorry for your loss
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RainDog Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:31 PM
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224. I'm glad you had a wonderful mom
and that you had time to love one another.

hugs to you.
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Kat45 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:46 PM
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225. I am so sorry to hear this. n/t
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MrMickeysMom Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 10:50 PM
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226. It's true... time will help you...
... as it does me.

I felt connected hearing you tell us about your mother. She could have been friends due to attributes and age to my mom, who I lost a few years ago.

Sometimes when I look at the clock, it's 11:11, which is a time that mom and I used to say that you'd be able to connect with someone who's crossed over the other side.

You surely miss your wonderful mom and I want you to know that it's gonna be okay cause we can weep together right now and know they're there for us always.

The love us always, remember that, and you'll be comforted. :hug:
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Bozita Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:07 PM
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227. My most sincere condolences
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pitchforksandtorches Donating Member (288 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:20 PM
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228. North: Keep her in your heart.
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southerncrone Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-18-11 11:49 PM
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229. Be thankful you were so fortunate to be raised by such an amazing woman!
Sounds like we all lost a wonderful person.
Be the person she would expect you to be in this time of difficult transition.
You are already honoring her life.
May her passing be gentle & your adjustment peaceful.
:hug:
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Still Blue in PDX Donating Member (633 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-19-11 12:55 AM
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230. I'm so sorry.
My mom and dad have both been gone for 20 years, and I still miss them every day. The acute pain does get better, though.

:hug:
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arthritisR_US Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-19-11 12:58 AM
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232. what an incredible woman, I'm so sorry for your loss :( n/t
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avaistheone1 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-19-11 01:31 AM
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233. So sorry for your loss.
Your mom sounds like a woman before her time.

I hope you find comfort with your memories of her.
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northofdenali Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-19-11 05:04 AM
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234. I knew I could count on DU to be here for me.
I can't fly - docs won't let me. She lived, and died in the hellhole of Florida.

17 hours on a plane isn't in my future. The last time I flew in Bush's admin, I was basically srip searched - going to my daughter's wedding.

I won't fly commercial again.

Thank you all. I love my DU friends :hug: and will NOT give up on my nation.
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