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 Dec 20 05, 19:25
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 Mosaic Master  Posts: 4,599 Joined: 4-August 03 From: Birmingham, England Member No.: 12 Real Name: Eira Needham Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Lori  |
My mother died earlier today. It was the pneumonia that took her, as they just couldn’t get her lungs clear.
I am devastated. My one consolation is that now I won’t have to see her deteriorate further with her Alzheimer’s. The last time I saw her at the nursing home, we walked together and chatted – a memory I will always hold dear. I know I don’t have to ask you to remember us in your thoughts and prayers. Snow ·······  ·······Live one day at a time -it's simpler that way.
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| Guest_Nina_* |
Dec 21 05, 01:02
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Hi Snow
I'm so very sorry to read your sad news about your Mum's death. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Hold onto the memories and get comfort from the knowledge that the last time you saw her in the nursing home, her mind was alert and you had a good visit. Take care Hugs to you Nina |
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Dec 21 05, 02:21
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 Assyrian  Posts: 153 Joined: 22-August 03 From: West Monroe, Louisiana Member No.: 20 Real Name: Chris Writer of: Poetry |
Dear Snow,
I'm so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Such hard and sad times for you. Yet.... I imagine you are a mixed bag of emotions right now. Missing your Mom, grieving her passing, yet .. as you mentioned, not seeing her sink deeper into the well of Alzhiemers is a blessing for both you and her.. I understand your feelings all to well. Although my mother didn't have Alzheimers, she was ill for 12 yrs. with a chronic, terminal disease. She lived with us for the last 4 yrs. of her illness and passed in my arms. You will miss your Mother for ever. I still think of my Mom daily. Yet, am grateful for everything she taught me. I still remember some of my baby time, and the love she gave me throughout her life. I know you will remember these things about your mother too. Our parents teach us to be strong, to love each other and to prepare for their's and our own passing. Keep her love, all the happy memories, and all of her life lessons in your heart. They are her essence and her legacy for you. She loved you, and wanted the best for you. Carry and pass on this legacy. Bless you and know that my prayers are for you at this time. Love, Chris ······· ·······"...Morgan le Fay was not married, but put to school in a nunnery, where she became a great mistress of magic."
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| Guest_Toumai_* |
Dec 21 05, 03:03
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Dear Snow
Our thoughts will most definitely be with you. Hugs Fran |
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Dec 21 05, 06:41
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 Mosaic Master  Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
Oh my, I am so sorry Snow.
My thoughts, prayers and hugs go out to you and your family and friends. I know you will keep her shining spirit alive.  Bless you. Lori 
······· ·······"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ J.R.R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Collaboration feeds innovation. In the spirit of workshopping, please revisit those threads you've critiqued to see if the author has incorporated your ideas, or requests further feedback from you. In addition, reciprocate with those who've responded to you in kind. "I believe it is the act of remembrance, long after our bones have turned to dust, to be the true essence of an afterlife." ~ Lorraine M. Kanter Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here!  "Worry looks around, Sorry looks back, Faith looks up." ~ Early detection can save your life.MM Award Winner   |
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| Guest_Jox_* |
 Dec 21 05, 10:46
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Hi Eisa,
I am very sorry to hear that you Mother has died. As you say, at least it means she will not suffer further - which offers some comfort to you amid your sorrow. I am gladdened that you do have those happy memories to think about - I hope they give you strength in the quieter times ahead. I shall think of you. Best wishes, James. |
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| Guest_circumsolar_* |
Dec 21 05, 11:42
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Snow, in these difficult days seek peace and remember the love. You have done so much for your mother, and that must have made her days so much more fulfilled. The only constant in life is change, and i'm sure all here send their thoughts for your strength to face the future with a calm mind.
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Dec 22 05, 18:35
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Mosaic Master Posts: 4,599 Joined: 4-August 03 From: Birmingham, England Member No.: 12 Real Name: Eira Needham Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Lori |
Hi Everyone
Thank you all for your tremendous support at this time. Your friendship means so much to me. I am over the shock, but am on a roller coaster of emotions. My youngest son is home now, which is a comfort. This is the first Xmas we have spent without seeing my mother -- it will be strange, but as someone told me, we must celebrate her life. She lived for 84 years and will be remembered for her kindness and sense of humour. If I'm not around I wish you all a Happy Christmas. Snow ······· ·······Live one day at a time -it's simpler that way.
Laugh loud & often - it's medicinal. Write from the heart - it's therapeutic. Beauty comes from within - the outer is just skin! Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more details, click here! MM Award Winner |
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Dec 24 05, 06:22
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 Creative Chieftain Posts: 847 Joined: 14-November 03 From: Ireland Member No.: 41 Real Name: Lucie Writer of: Poetry & Prose |
Dear Snow,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your mother..I hope that your wonderful memories of her will be a help at this difficult time and you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you, Lucie ······· ·······Lucie
"What could have made her peaceful with a mind That nobleness made simple as a fire, With beauty like a tightened bow, a kind That is not natural in an age like this, Being high and solitary and most stern? Why, what could she have done, being what she is? Was there another Troy for her to burn?" WB Yeats "No Second Troy" MM Award Winner |
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Dec 27 05, 15:59
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Mosaic Master Posts: 4,599 Joined: 4-August 03 From: Birmingham, England Member No.: 12 Real Name: Eira Needham Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Lori |
Thanks Lucie -- your thoughts are very much appreciated.
Snow ······· ·······Live one day at a time -it's simpler that way.
Laugh loud & often - it's medicinal. Write from the heart - it's therapeutic. Beauty comes from within - the outer is just skin! Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more details, click here! MM Award Winner |
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Dec 28 05, 06:49
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Ornate Oracle  Posts: 4,592 Joined: 31-October 03 From: New Jersey Member No.: 39 Real Name: John Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Larry Carr |
Snow,
I am very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I know you will focus on all of the wonderful memories you two have shared over the years during this time of sadness. My deepest sympathies are with you. JLY ······· ·······Give thanks for your new friends of today, but never forget the warm hugs of your yesterdays.
Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more information, click here! MM Award Winner    |
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Dec 31 05, 05:07
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 Creative Chieftain Posts: 2,587 Joined: 9-August 03 From: Australia Member No.: 17 Real Name: John Writer of: Poetry |
Snow,
So sad to hear of your mothers passing. Dwell on fond memories the good times and the celebration of a long life. John. ······· ·······Arnfinn
Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more details, click here! MM Award Winner  |
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Jan 3 06, 19:37
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Mosaic Master Posts: 4,599 Joined: 4-August 03 From: Birmingham, England Member No.: 12 Real Name: Eira Needham Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Lori |
Hi JLY and Arnfinn
Thank you both for your kind thoughts. Snow ······· ·······Live one day at a time -it's simpler that way.
Laugh loud & often - it's medicinal. Write from the heart - it's therapeutic. Beauty comes from within - the outer is just skin! Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more details, click here! MM Award Winner |
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