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| Me, sister Tori, brother Kap & Mom |
She waited patiently through years of dementia
But today she was ready
She was more than a good woman
She was my Mom
She loved me
And I loved her
She trusted me
knew that I could live on my own at 16
She did not track every step of my life
She was living a full and interesting life of her own
At 48 I studied Functional Medicine
while staying at her home on Fox Island
each night, late, smiling faced,
she awaited my return
eager to hear what I had learned
hungry for my excitement
a mother still
there is more
so much more
but it is best expressed
by the fact that I am not filled with sorrow
I am filled with gratitude
both for knowing
and for being born to my Mom
~
Kay Caldwell Kelly
Born 9/28/30 - Died 2/23/11
Thanks Kris for posting this. I'll never forget your mom.
ReplyDeleteKris,
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear the news. I know it's tough to lose a parent (you know what I mean). I applaud you and Joanne for your love and support for your Mom in her later years. That's gotta be tough. Hopefully she is now in a better place and all can move on.
Love,
Warren
My condolences to you and your family, Kris. Your Mom had the most engaging eyes and beautiful smile. I know she will be missed.
ReplyDeleteLove, Donna
Susan, Warren, and Donna,
ReplyDeleteMy thanks to each of you!
Kris