My heart goes out to you!

United States
May 11, 2008 12:09pm CST
I was just responding to someone's post who is having a difficult time on Mother's Day. What it made me realize is that there are those of us that are basking in the beauty of the day, but unfortunately, there are many who today are suffering a loss. There are those that have lost their mothers or lost their children. Even though I want to wish every one of my friend's a Happy Mother's Day, I wanted to let those of you who have suffered a loss know that you are also in my heart. No questions, just alot of love to send your way. Happy Mother's Day.
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@p1kef1sh (45681)
11 May 08
That's a lovely sentiment. It's not Mother's Day here, and I am not a mother, but I just wanted to send you love today too.
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• United States
11 May 08
Thank you so much. Mother's Day is a day for celebrating our mother's. Unfortunately it is also a day of remembrance and I had to acknowledge that there are many people who will experience difficulty today.
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@winterose (39887)
• Canada
11 May 08
yes that is so true, in our special time with our families we forget those that are not having a good day, my very good friend lost her mother last month, she is spending her day at church and the cemetery. She doesn't even feel like having her family honour as she is a mother too, her pain is just too real for her right now.
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• United States
11 May 08
We all sometimes take too much for granted. I'm sorry for your friend's loss.
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@mummymo (23706)
11 May 08
What a beautiful thought K - and it doesn't surprise me at all that it comes from you! Yes while we celebrate and think everyone else is doing the same there are many out there who are suffering and feeling it hard to cope on a day like this! I join you in sending love to those most in need of it! xxx
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• United States
12 May 08
Thanks for joining me in wishing EVERYONE a day of love and happiness even though it may not always be so.
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@bfarrier1 (2082)
• United States
11 May 08
This was very nice of you I haven't had to endear that loss yet and I don't know how I ever will.My mother is one of my best friends and as you my heart goes out to those that have lost.
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• United States
12 May 08
I haven't had to experience losing a mother yet either, although I did lose my father. My heart goes out to those that are thinking of those they lost today.
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@Rosekitty (19368)
• San Marcos, Texas
11 May 08
This is a very sweet and kind post..thanks for the thoughtfulness of Others! You are one of a kind! I haven't lost my Mother or a child so i have no idea how these are suffering, but i know someday i will and really don't think i could handle it since they all are my life. Happy Mothers Day to you and yours! and to those who have lost a loved one... For Mothers Passed Mom, we miss you so very much On every Mothers Day, And not just then, but every minute, Since you went away. ~~~ You were the center of our lives Before your soul passed on, It's just so hard for us to believe That you are really gone. ~~~ But we celebrate the life you lived And all the things you gave us, Our wonderful memories, Mom, of you are the things that will comfort and save us. ~~~ Please think of us, as we think of you With hearts so full of love, We're looking up at you, sweet Mom, As you look at us from above. ~~~ ©Joanna Fuchs
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• United States
12 May 08
Thanks for sharing the poem. It was absolutely beautiful.
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@Deea48 (1166)
• United States
12 May 08
Lovely has brought me to tears, thanks for sharing.
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• United States
12 May 08
I could only imagine the heartache of losing a mother. It's hard enough losing your best friend and your mother is more than that. My heart goes out to those going through a hard time and I pray for you. Thanks for your post, it really made mother's day feel even more special.
• United States
12 May 08
I'm glad I could add to your Mother's Day, if even in a small way.
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@Celanith (2327)
• United States
12 May 08
Today I was alone with my husband. We called his mother. My four kids called me. I see two of them almost daily along with 8 grandkids. So it was a treat sort of but felt sort of lonely too. A bit let down. I lost my mom 3 years ago in April 1 day before she turned 75. I miss her terribly still. I also lost a son and a daughter when they were babies. I know heart ache from both directions and Father's day will be sad too because my dad is also gone now for 10 years. I will have my husband and sons around but my parents are both gone and all my grandparents. Sort of odd being the older generation now. A lot sooner than I expected. I see lots of people who are what my parents ages would be now healthy and well and alive. Pneumonia took my mom and dad would not stop smoking and that is what killed him before he was 70. So Mother's day is a bitter sweet day.
• United States
12 May 08
I am sorry for the loss of your parents, but I am especially sorry for the loss of your children. Eventually we lose our parents. Its the natural progression of things, but to lose a child must be the single most devasting experience in a mother's life. I am thinking of you.
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• United States
11 May 08
That is so great of you and it is great to have so many online friends here. I hope you have a good one too. Yes I believe that there are many out there having a very difficult time today that is for sure. It is great you think of them.
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• United States
12 May 08
As I said to someone else, sometimes we take our good fortune for granted. Happy Mother's Day.
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@kaleegirl45 (1515)
• United States
11 May 08
kbourgerie, Happy mothers day to you too. I like what your wrote. Have a great day.
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• United States
12 May 08
Our day was great, I helped my mother change so that she could look pretty. (she is always wearing PJ's)My uncle and his wife stopped by, my brother and his family also showed up. My mom was so happy, she received so many flower. I had made a card for her and cut a rose from her garden and gave her that. I told her it's not much, but I gave to her with plenty of love.
• United States
12 May 08
I worked, but I'm home now. Hope your day, now that its almost over with was terrific.
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@ersmommy1 (12588)
• United States
12 May 08
How very true. And how awful for them. I couldn't imagine it. Don't want to either. I am not sure I would have the courage to deal with that kind of loss. Pretty certain I would go mad. Those parents are heroes in their own right.
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• United States
12 May 08
I lost my father, but its been years ago now. My mother is fine, she doesn't live nearby, but we talk almost everyday. There are those that don't have that much though.
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@Deea48 (1166)
• United States
12 May 08
Thanks so much Katherine that was sweet, you are right though. There are those of us who woke, missing the 1st person they ever fell in love with. MOM. I woke today knowing I had to work, it is easier to work then wonder if my children will call,or stop in. Last year I only heard from one and that was at the end of the day. So yes when I woke this AM, I was not exactly looking forward to the day, shed a few tears for mom and myself. Then started the day. It turned out to be a nice day, my daughter although I missed her call, she even tried to get me at work. I felt better because she made the effort this year to at leaste call, and when I returned home my oldest was there with some yummy ribbs for dinner, and then not long after that my youngest called to wish me a Happy Mothers day. So by the end of the day I felt better, still miss mom. But felt better because this year they all called or stopped by. I know they are busy and for the most part I am proud they are so independent, but for about 3 years running they were being neglectful of Mothers Day as far as I was concerned. I am glad this year they weren't. Happy Mothers Day to you all as well, and again thanks Katherine for acknowleging that for some Mothers Day is not all flowers and mushy feelings.
• United States
12 May 08
I absolutely loved what you said about the first person you fell in love with. How true is that statement? Really good insight. Thanks Deea.
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@Deea48 (1166)
• United States
13 May 08
You know KB, it has been 10years since mom passed, and still I feel the hole in my heart. It is not so big as it once was,I often am reminded of all she was to me and my sibs. Most times I smile inside thinking of all she was and the fun we had, but when things get ruff and I just want my Mom. She is not there. Other times, it is as if she is right next to me, watching. I just think for good or bad,(she was not perfect)you will never know how much you miss them until they are gone for good. Thanks for Best response my dear friend, and sounds like your mothers day was nice. I am glad.
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@chrissieatu (1033)
• China
12 May 08
It's so sweet that you posted this discussion. I agree that when we are enjoying our days, somebody out there are suffering. I give them my best wishes too. Even though I can't do something real for them, at least it will be a comfort if they know someone concerns them. Happy mother's day to you too.
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• United States
12 May 08
I didn't think about it until I saw that another mylotter was suffering with her loss. That prompted me to give those days that many of us take for granted a second look.
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• China
13 May 08
Yes, we always take something for granted. When it's good day of us, it might bring some sorrow to others.
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• Australia
12 May 08
Thankfully, I ended up having a nice mothers day. My two teenagers do not live with me. My daughter lives interstate with her boyfriend and my son lives with his father. I was fully expecting not to hear from either of them for mothers day but received a pleasant surprise when my son turned up with his father to wish me a happy mothers day. He was so sweet, gave me a 250g (8oz) block of Cadbury dream chocolate (white chocolate which is my favourite) and a little jar of nail polish. It was so nice to see him. And his little sister was absolutely thrilled to see him too. So a day that I expected to spend missing my kids and not hearing from them turned out to be a pleasant day after all.
• United States
12 May 08
Thats wonderful that things turned out better than expected. I know what its like to be away from your children and found myself really missing them yesterday.
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• Australia
13 May 08
The thing is when you do see them like that it just reminds you how much you miss having them around. My daughter actually sent me to her homepage where she had a pic as a gift... how sweet. My son gave me the url.
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• India
11 May 08
It is great posting, My dear Friend.
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• United States
11 May 08
Thank you. Happy Mother's Day.
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• Canada
16 May 08
All of those people missing lost loved ones on days like Mother's day, Father's day, Christmas, Easter, Birthdays, or any other day of the year that reminds people of those they've lost, are in my prayers.
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• United States
17 May 08
Thats nice of you. Thank you.
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