Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Vale

On 31st July my mother left this world as I sat beside her stitching and a CD of hymns played quietly. 


Here is one of the earliest photos on my blog, from 2009, on her 81st birthday:

I gave Mum the waratahs because they are the state flower of New South Wales, where she was born and raised.



I have had this post open on my computer for a week now, adding words and then deleting them, wondering what photos to add, which words. But this is it

Vale, farewell, my mother.

19 comments:

Julierose said...

Words are hard to come by when these things occur in your life to loved ones...

That is a super picture--she looks like a lovely lady who will be much missed.

I hope your fond memories of your times together will warm your heart...
hugs Julierose

Ivani said...

Dear Vireya, I know how hard and difficult it is to say goodbye to the people we love. Your pain is my pain.
May God give you strength and comfort during this time of mourning.
Soon only the good memories will be with you and the missing won't hurt so much anymore. Hugs.

mac said...

So sorry for your loss, love and hugs, Maria

Jeanette said...

A beautiful tribute Vireya, the photo says so much about your Mother, from the hand knit cardigan, to the chat on the phone. My sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time, may you find solace in the many good memories you have.

Pamela said...

It is sad when a parent dies, but comforting for you and your family that you were with her. A nice picture to remember her by!

Marie Králová said...

I remember you. My sincere condolences. I know how it hurts to lose a mother. My mom died a year ago. The only consolation is that our mothers are no longer in pain. Marie

Dee said...

The fact that you don't know what to say is indicative of your grief. I really feel for you and remember vividly the pain of losing my own Mother. I can only wish you strength to cope with your loss. Hugs Vireya.

ButterZ said...

My thoughts are with you Vireya and I am sorry to hear this sad news.

Kathy S. said...

Prayers of comfort for you. Enjoy the good memories. It's a beautiful photo.

thornberry said...

Oh Vireya, such a difficult time for you and your family. You have been such a loving daughter. Take care xxx

jacaranda said...

Thinking of you and your family Vireya. Treasure those happy memories of your mother. xx

conny's quilts en creaties said...

My condolences. Taken care.

barbara woods said...

prayers for you

Maria said...

My thoughts are with you at this sad time Vireya.
Hugs Maria.

Laura said...

You have been on my mind the past couple of weeks. Very sorry about your mom.

Laura

Coburgcraftstuff said...

Sorry to hear of your beloved mother’s passing Vireya, thinking of you at this sad time.

Wendy said...

*Hugs*

Needled Mom said...

It’s so difficult to watch as their life slowly slips away. I’m glad you were able to be with her to the end. I lost my mom this past year too and miss her everyday. I’m thankful I had her for so many years. Hugs.

Vivian said...

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Mom. It is good that you could be there with her in her last moments. She is at peace now and you can embrace your memories of her as you continue in the days ahead with a new angel on your shoulder.