Have you told her lately that the small moments really did matter. The pudding dessert dishes that we anxiously awaited for till after dinner. The hot chocolate that heated on the wood burning stove while we played in the snow.
Have you treated her to her favorite dessert just because? Here's a pineapple shake, just because I love you.
Have you called her lately for just a simple hello? Hey, Jesus, could you tell her hi for me.
Have you hugged her or held her hand like when you were a child? I vividly remember holding your hand during church when I was little and examining all the creases in detail, and thought these are my mama's hands.
Have you provided a meal for her as a very small thank you for all the meals she provided you? Have a seat and don't get up. Let me serve you for once.
It will be five years tomorrow since the last exchange of words with my mom. She battled Breast Cancer for 4.5 years, and then went to be with Jesus on April 15, 2006.
Mother's Day 2005, the last Mother's Day we had with her
Please don't let your words remain unspoken.
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In memory of my mom, I'm offering 25% off for ONE day on all items in my Etsy Shop, Rosemary's Cuppa, named after her. Just enter FIVEYEARS at check out. This deal starts TOMORROW and will run until midnight tomorrow. Also, if you have a second, please go and "like" Rosemary's Cuppa on Facebook.
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Oh Abra, thinking of you and praying for you today. That peace and the grace of God would cover you.
Abra, I loved your mom. She was such a special woman. Im so glad we were friends. She meant so much to me and my family. I'm sure I didn't know her as well as many others may have, but You remind me of her:) like how you enjoy life and family and appreciate and get excited about the small things. I love reading your blog. It makes me happy. Thank you!
What a beautiful post!
Abra, I'm tearing up as I write this.... I so identify with you, as I lost my mom to cancer a few months ago. Thanks for sharing...and also for giving me even more of a reason to snag those cute skirts I've been eyeing forever...headed over to your shop right now.
Thanks for sharing, I feel you.
This is beautiful Abra. God bless you today.
What a tender tribute to an amazing woman. Much love to you, Abra.
I had tears reading this. Thank you for reminding us to be thankful for the people in our lives. I caught on to reading your blog, because I enjoy the way you write about life, and your obvious love for your girls. They are so lucky to have you as a Momma. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
What a fabulous reminder. Your mama has a beautiful smile in the photo, and I know she is smiling down from heaven, as well. Love and prayers to you!
Thanks for posting this Abra. You're mom was an amazing woman. Thank you for reminding me to thank God and appreciate my mom more than anything today.
Sobbing and smiling. Precious just precious. Thank you for sharing.
Abra - Thank you for so many wonderful reminders. Life is so precious. Your mother is greatly missed but greatly celebrated.I know Jesus said "well done" when greeting her in heaven. A mother is truly a special kind of servant! I love you my friend.
Thanks for sharing about your mom with us, Abra. She sounds pretty wonderful!
Beautiful!
Your words are perfect, Abra -- definitely a tearjerker post. Rosemary is smiling down, I know that for sure! I love how Sarah's comment mentions Jesus' greeting to your mom -- "well done!" She was such a wonderful woman.... I see her in you! xoxo
You've been in my thoughts and prayers today.
hi abra. i'm amelie522 on instagram, and i just adore you. i'm so glad i've made it over to your blog. i'm so sorry you lost your mom. i'm thinking of you, and praying for your heart, because i know it must hurt around this time of year. thank you for reminding me to tell my mom the things i may not be able to tell her tomorrow. we are never guaranteed tomorrow. you're a beautiful soul and mama, and you really inspire me. i can't wait to get back to digging through your blog, and reading your lovely words. thank you.
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