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Hello. My name is Laura, and I lost my mother to Cancer in 1995. That's her picture above. She was my confidant, my counselor, my hero, my teacher, my best friend - all of these things and so much more. Every day I feel her absence with an ache in my heart that can never be fully understood by anyone else. It's a blessing that as the days go by, I find that though her light was extinguished so very early, the warmth from the flame can still be felt.
My mother was the greatest person I've ever known. She inspired me in so many ways, with her kindness and caring toward all people, and with her gentle laughter as we enjoyed her grandchildren together. She was also the strongest person I've ever known, and anyone who knew her will tell you the same. One incidence that illustrates her incredible selflessness and strength is the day that she told me that the Cancer was "back". She and my father and I sat down at their kitchen table, and I waited to hear what her doctor's appointment had shown. She took my hand and told me the terrible news. There was nothing else they could do for her. I, of course, immediately began sobbing, selfish indeed. She stood up and came to me, embracing me, holding me while I cried. And do you know what she said to me?? She said, "I know honey. It's not what I wanted for YOU." I will never forget her words on that occasion. Even in the midst of learning of her own impending mortality, I believe she was MORE concerned for me! Amazing. Not to mention how humbling it is to know that you are loved so much. My purpose with this Web Site is two-fold, actually. It occurred to me that this could be rather therapeutic for me - a catharsis, perhaps? Also, I hope that maybe it will let someone else out there know that........well, you are not alone. I'd love to hear from anyone who knows what it is like to lose a parent. Or, anyone who is coping with loss and just needs to talk to someone. Maybe we can help each other. As I think often.....I know that the most important thing to my mother was knowing that she had taught my sister and me to become responsible members of society. To know that SHE had done her job well. Therefore, I try to live my life.... going on, taking care of MY children........ to let Mom know that she did the BEST job. I will survive. :) Please....... come again. I hope to make this a special place. |
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She's the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street, She's the smell of bleach in your freshly laundered socks, She's the cool hand on your brow when you're not well. Your Mother lives inside your laughter And she's crystallized in every teardrop. She's the place you came from, your first home; And she's the map you follow with every step you take. She's your first love and your first heartbreak, and nothing on earth can separate you... Not time, not space... not even death!  |
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