8 months

How is that 8 months have passed?!  It makes me sad. 

I think Mom wanted me to have some happy thoughts today, so there have been lots of Disney references, reminding me that she felt it was the happiest place on Earth. So I'll be going...February 2012.

Road Trips

One of the best things about road trips was calling you on my way to and from. It was such fun to discuss what happened along the way. I missed you so much today.  I felt lonely but loved.  I know you helped me drive safely.  Love you.

Tough Times

So wish you were here.  You always said the right things and gave a different perspective and helped us to stay positive.  Truly the most remarkable woman I will ever know. Miss you.

Hands

Mom had the softest hands ever (and it wasn't from not working)!  I miss them.

Last day...

Wish I could be sitting with Mom, doing our gift show and tell.

This time last year

On Sunday last year, it was my birthday. Mom left the best message on my phone while I was at yoga. I went to church after and prayed and cried the whole time. I chatted with the family and it just wasn't the same sort of day with mom back in the hospital.

The girls distracted me with a Diamondback's game and drinks, but it was hard.

I wish, more than anything, that I still had that msg from Mom. I listened to it for months and then finally deleted it. Sigh.

I can't wait for some family time - 9 more days. According to Dina, I better start packing. Love to you all...

End of the Year Show...

This week, I had my end of the year show.  Mom was on my mind so much. 

Last year she showed such determination.  She had just learned that the cancer was back and that she would need to begin treatment immediately.  Well instead of going to the hospital right away, she asked for a 1/2 day delay.  She needed to have her end of the year show with her class.  And she did and it was beautiful and she felt so good about being able to say good bye and happy summer to the children. She was an amazing educator!