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Today marks the day 2 years ago that my mom left this earth. It was on a Sunday afternoon and it was pouring rain outside.
As we sat in a circle around her bed knowing that the time was near,
I thought of how it was so fitting for her to make her way to heaven on a Sunday. Her favorite day of the week. It seemed that the rain would never stop...almost like tears of sadness for all of us left behind without our precious mom, wife, friend, and grandmother.
I have kept a "journal" of the last 2 weeks of my mom's life. It was hard to write at the time, but something I will cherish. I forget the details that at the time consumed my energy, thoughts, and emotions. It was the hardest time in my life. Yet, it was so special to have spent so many intimate moments with my mom.
I have read everyday for the last 2 weeks about the happenings of the days with my mom before she passed. It is good to go there that deep sometimes, but it makes my heart ache a lot. No words describe how much I miss her.
Nobody I know endured as well as my mom. Who doesn't complain when they know they are dying? I will forever be in awe of her positive attitude.
This I know!
I will be reunited with my mom one day. I know that she is teaching her family and loved ones the gospel of Jesus Christ. I know that she is in the presence of our Savior. I know that she is aware of us and our progress toward Eternal life. I know that the only way to live together forever is through the Savior...by learning of his true teachings and obeying them. I know that this is the only true church!
I know that it will be a "celebration" in heaven when we are together again.
I know that I will live the rest of my life trying to be as perfect as my mom, that is what I want and what she taught.
Thanks mom for living your life in such that I want to be like you. You set the bar high...high is where I want to be! I am so blessed to have you as my mother. My throat gets tight, and my eyes misty as I think of you.
I LOVE YOU!
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