It’s hard to believe that my mom passed away 30 years ago. Even after all that time, Mother’s Day still is a bit bittersweet. Every year, I still feel sad when Mother’s Day cards start showing up in stores, friends make plans to spend time with their moms, and restaurants offer Mother’s Day specials.
I still “talk” to her every day. I wish she was still here to share in my successes, and be here for me during the tough times. I wish she could have met all the cats I had after Feebee. I wish she was still here to impart her wisdom – something I didn’t appreciate nearly enough when I was younger. But more than anything, I wish I could get just one more hug from her.
Whether you’re the mom of human or feline children, enjoy your day. And if your mom is no longer with you, I hope today is filled with wonderful memories of your time together.
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I really enjoy your column. My Mom passed away in November 2002. 22 yrs since I’ve spent a Mothers Day with my Mom. Hugs to you and your kitties.
I’m glad you enjoy my writing, Natalie, thank you for your kind words.
Happy Mother’s Day!
I hope you and Tasha had a lovely Mother’s Day!
Lovely post, Ingrid!
hanks, Marilyn!
I lost my Mom 48 years ago. It was something that has taken me so many years to come to grips with. She was a wonderful woman, widowed at a young age with 3 little children under 3. But she worked very hard to care for us and give us love for both her and my father.
Today, I am Mom to 2 boys, Grandma to 4, and great grandma to 3. Also I am Mom to 3 kitties. Life is good,
Happy Mother’s Day to all.
I hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day, Connie!
Happy Mother’s Day! My mom has been gone 25 years. I miss her and my dad. I love my 19 year old kitty!!! She is my daughter.
We’re lucky to have our feline daughters, aren’t we, Gail.
A mom is irreplaceable.
For sure!
Happy Mothers Day!
Thanks, Janine. I hope you had a nice day.