And of course there is my mother's soft voice. She's always there, ready with advice (and I still go to her for some). Though our roles are switching a bit these days, she still mothers me. I often hear, "Be careful."
I don't take for granted still having a mother on this earth, and being able to "go home." I thank God for this incredible blessing and the feeling of security it continues to bring.
There's nothing so sweet as being able to phone her and say, "Mom?"
Photo: Sunday afternoon at Mother's ... the Gardener is napping.
Reposted from Aug. 2007. Check out Chari's Happy to Design for more Sunday reposts.
Such a sweet post. And I LOVE seeing your husband's suit jacket on the back of the chair. So comforting to think of him being so secure as to take a nap. I know of a couple of rocky marriages, just now, and reading this post does my heart good.
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There truly is nothing like going home. How blessed you are to have a good relationship with your Mother. I enjoyed a wonderful relationship with mine,too -- and that is a precious gift. Have a lovely Sunday my friend!
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We are both blessed to have a mother still here to say 'be careful'. My mum lives far away, but she and my dad spend the winters out here. I love to be able to pop in on her for a cup of tea - and you're right....her apartment smells like our family home.
ReplyDeleteSweet memories for me on this Sunday morning. I miss my mother but have her memories all around me.
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Bonnie
This brought tears to my eyes. My parents live right up the street from me and I see them or talk to them almost daily. It made me realize that time passes quickly and how quickly things may change.
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Leann
No matter what, "going home" is such a comfort! I am grateful everyday that I still have both of my parents with me!
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful! I feel the same way when I walk into my Dad & Mom's home. :)
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What a wonderful post...I wish my almost 89 year old Mom lived closer so I could pop in to see her...cherish every minute with her.
ReplyDeleteSweet blessings...
ReplyDeleteSo glad you reposted this, Podso - - - I missed it the first time around.
ReplyDeleteHi Dotsie...
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post to reshare for Sunday Favorites, my friend! Isn't is funny...the familiarity and comfort we receive when "going home"! It truly is a blessing! Both my parents are still alive...and I love going home for visits...although those visits are so far and few since they live in Texas! Wished I were closer!
How are you doing, my friend? I do hope that my note finds you well! Today is the first day that I've really had a chance to get to my blogs. My daughter and grandchildren left yesterday...my house is sooo quiet! Now I will be playing "catch up"! Hehe! So happy to see you for Sunday Favorites, Dotsie!!!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
I liked your post because it spoke to my heart concerning my mother. Dad passed away 4 years ago and since that time I try to call Mom nearly every day to check on her. I'm so thankful I still have her close by.
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