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My mother passed away 3 years ago, it’s hard to believe it’s already been that long! Still, I’m getting great joy in watching our oldest son and his darling wife raise our granddaughter. It’s the circle of life and there’s nothing quite as satisfying to me as seeing them nurture and teach the sweet toddler.
On this upcoming Mother’s Day, I wish all of you a much-deserved day of love and adoration, and a fun day with family. If you are fortunate enough to still have a mom to visit and celebrate with, cherish the time.
These are things that remind me of my mom…Thank you, Mom!
for introducing me to the love and joy of gardening
for supporting my hobbies and interests
for always being at my side through good and bad
for helping me out of a few jams
for all the time we spent together, talking, laughing and reminiscing
for sharing my love of antique searching
for making childhood fun and filled of love
I miss you mom.
Happy Mother’s Day this coming Sunday.♥
Reminder—next week I invite you to join me in celebration of spring! Link up your favorites about the season, the garden, home and or party you take pleasure in during this time of year! See you Wednesday, May 15th.
Garden, Home & Party 
Kelly - Talk of the House said:
Beautiful post..both the words and the images. I wish you a wonderful Mother’s Day with those you love. Life has been so very busy around here this week that we haven’t made any plans for the day…but I think I am going to ask that it involve gardening – something that has been on hold for awhile now.
Karen B. said:
Thank you, Kelly, you too. Time in the garden on Mother’s Day is icing on the cake, enjoy your day. xo, Karen
debra phillips @ 5th and state said:
your mother is smiling down at you karen, what a lovely tribute.
have a family filled day of joy
xx
debra
Karen B. said:
Debra, Thank you. I hope you have a relaxing and enjoyable Mother’s Day. The weather is supposed to be pleasant here in sunny California. (we had rain off and on the past 2 days!) 🙂 Karen
Victoria • Restoring our Victorian said:
Oh Karen… this was lovely, and sad. My grandmother passed away two years ago, and watching my mother lose HER mother was terrible. Not just for how sad she was, but also because it was a reminder that mine isn’t going to be the exception to the rule.
I hope you have a lovely mother’s day… I’ll see you next week at your spring soirée. I hope the weather is nice for your garden party!!
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Victoria. Mother’s and daughter’s, one of life’s luxuries. I had a similar relationship to my maternal grandmother. It’s a little lonely when they’re gone.
Karen
4aroundthetable said:
I’m tearing up .. this is a wonderful post and tribute to your Mom. You were fortunate to have a close and loving relationship with her. She will be with you in spirit on Sunday:) xxleslie
Karen B. said:
Leslie,
Thank you, yes, I think of her often and I know she’ll be in my thoughts on Sunday as the cycle of life continues…enjoying the day with our married son and his lovely bride.
Karen
julie ~ eab designs said:
Loved your heartfelt post and tribute to your mom. Mine is living on the other side of the country and I’m missing her as well, but thankful she’s just a phone call away. Wishing you a day filled with happy and warm memories of your wonderful mom.
Karen B. said:
Julie, Thanks so much. The time seems to go by in a blink. I was surprised it had been 3 years since my mom passed, I think of her everyday. All the more reason to live life today, right? Enjoy your Mother and Mother’s Day this Sunday. xo, Karen
Linda Coble said:
Karen,
This was such a beautiful post and a loving tribute to your mom. It made me cry! I’m fortunate to still have my mom with me and I’m grateful for our relationship every day.
Thought your mom is no longer with us, she left a wonderful legacy behind and I know she was justifiably proud of you.
Karen B. said:
Thank you, Linda. Your mom is such a sweetheart. Cherish the time, and you have a lovely Mother’s Day. xo, Karen
Carla said:
Karen…so lovely and touching..Thank you..I can only hope my children will think such loving and lind words about my mothering. Love you…
Karen B. said:
Carla, No question, they will! As will the many friends whose life you’ve touched. {ahem, like me} xo, Karen
Gretchen said:
Karen, that was beautiful! It brought tears to my eyes. I wish I’d had a chance to get to know your mom better. She was obviously a very special person who left you with lovely memories. I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day!
Karen B. said:
Gretchen, You have a wonderful Mother’s Day too! You are a wonderful mommy. xo, Karen
Loi Tone on Tone said:
Hi, Karen –
I just left you a note regarding Mother’s Day. Only it was posted to last year’s MD post! Oooops, sorry for my goof! I did enjoyed the photos you shared last year 🙂 Anyhow, let’s try again. Beautiful tribute, in words and images, to your mom. Have a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend.
Very best,
Loi
Karen B. said:
You are the best. Karen
Kathy said:
What a lovely tribute to your mother. What a wonderful world it would be if everyone had such a strong relationship with their mother….and fathers too. Have a very nice Mother’s Day!!!
Karen B. said:
Hi Kathy, Yes, mother/daughter relationships can be rocky at times. Even though most mom’s are trying their level best! Have a lovely day and work on a post, I’ve missed you! Karen