8 months...

It's really hard to believe that it's been 8 months since I lost my mother. It is true when they say "life goes on"..... it just goes on differently. I still have bills to pay, errands to run, children to teach, laundry to do, and fun events to attend.....but it's not quite the same. I often find myself longing to call my mom and talk to her. Just hear her voice. Many times, I find myself giggling over something she and I shared a laugh about. Then the giggles quickly turn to tears as I remember that she's gone. Then there's the times I need her advice. The advice only a mother can give. I almost feel lost some days. If it weren't for a strong support system of friends, family, and especially my wonderful husband, Matt, I'm not sure I would've made it through the last 8 months. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about my mom, and there won't be one for the rest of my life. Those of you that still have your mom in your life: CHERISH HER. Call her. Tell her you love her. Spend time with her. Make new memories and relive the past memories. Don't let time get away from you, because you never know when she'll be taken from you.
I miss you and love you, mom. You were my very best friend.

Never Alone by Rodney Belcher

I feel you in the morning
When at first I awake.
Your thought is with me
With each decision I make.

You'd been around forever
Since the first breath I took.
Now I have to go on alone
But for love, I need not look.
Cause by what you bestowed
In our short time together
Will last in my heart
Forever and ever.

Although you've left
And now walk above
I'm never alone.
I'm wrapped in your love.
Enjoy now your long waited reward.
Feel peace that your love continues on.
What was taught to me,
will be taught to mine
Cause you live on in me even after you've gone