This is perhaps the hardest post I’ve ever written…but I want to tell you all what’s happened. My mom peacefully passed away on Saturday morning. My dad and I had been taking care of her and the last few days of her life were quiet and pain free. She couldn’t talk to us but we talked to her. I am telling myself that she heard us, even though I really can’t be sure.
Marilyn Boney
1933 – 2016
My emotions are up and down. I have moments of happiness when I remember something good, and moments of intense sadness when I think of my life without her. I will be OK though…I know that. I’m not so sure about my dad but I am thinking positive. My prayer is that he will be able to find a way to live the rest of his life not in sadness, but in thankfulness for all he had with my mom.
Her funeral is in two days, on Thursday. I will be gone for a while but I will be back. I want to make a fresh start and come up with new ideas. It’s been a struggle to get my creative juices flowing but I hope that changes. Again, I am thinking positive. I will need to figure out a new normal and you all will be a big part of that.
With a grateful heart, I thank you for your kind thoughts and prayers.
Wishing you all peace and grace,
Please accept by condolences. My own mother just passed away January 16 at 100. She had been living alone in our family farmhouse and driving (well) right up until she had to go into the nursing home about four years ago. The quality of her life during those years in the nursing home was greatly diminished, but she adjusted and coped well and always commented about how lucky the people in her life long rural community were to have such a wonderful facility. I think her love of life and ability to accommodate herself to whatever it threw at her were a big part of her longevity. My father died early and she had spent another lifetime alone. I hope your father can eventually overcome his grief and enjoy life again.
My deepest sympathy to you and your Dad at this time of your great loss. Mom was a beautiful lady. Take time to grieve and them come back to us as we love your spirit and creativity.
What a tug at my heart strings – May the Peace that passes all understanding be with you, your father, and your family . . . Warm regards – Jan
So sorry to hear this. May happy memories and God’s love help you get through the tough days ahead.
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Take all the time you need, we will still be here when you are ready to come back…
Ann,
You’ve shared your mom with us –her roast recipe, the lovely quotes in printables about motherhood… and the sweet legacy of love she left in you is a ripple that extends to your readers. I will be praying for indescribable peace from the Lord to comfort you and your family’s hearts. She was beautiful, and obviously a wonderful mother–she raised a very special girl in you! Hugs????
I am so, so very sorry for your loss. May your mother’s memory be a blessing.
These “things” here can wait, take your time to honor and grieve your mother. You are such a blessing to us all, now go and be blessed with time for your family.
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Lifting you and your family up in prayer.
Dear Ann
You wrote a beautiful post and my heart is saddened for your loss. I will pray for you and your family that you may find peace.
May God Bless You
Ann, I’m so sorry for your loss. You, your Dad & your whole family is in my prayers. As a nurse I was taught hearing was the last sense we loose. I’m quite certain your Mom heard you in her last days. With love, Suzann H