At the shop I happened upon three sparkling wine glasses for 25 cents each. I didn't think about how nice wine would look in them, but how nice a candle would look. I added it to our dinner table that night, using up on old red Christmas candle. I think it's a winner at 25 cents!
Speaking of my mother's things being used by others, I mailed my mother's hearing aids to an old friend of the family who I knew was needing aids. Mom's were adjustable by computer ... could it work? Sure enough, a texted photo this week let me know they were refurbished and working. She says she thinks of her old friend every time she puts them in her ears. It just makes my heart sing!
Dotsie, I really believe your Mom would be so pleased to know that a friend is able to make use of her hearing aids. Things like that are so expensive for folks (and will only get more so I'm afraid). I also think that donating her clothes to be used by others in need is the perfect thing to do. Your mother taught you well.
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Denise
A tough job to do I know but I feel good right along with you knowing others can benefit from our parents things when they pass. I wasn't aware that hearing aids could be modified for another person, this is gratifying news.
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Judith
Very special gift indeed, to pass on your moms hearing aid and see the benefit.
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That is such a difficult chore to do but it's nice to know the clothes will be enjoyed by others. I was talking with an aquaintance last week and she mentioned how she made some things from the old fabrics that were in my late mother-in-law's things that we sold her. Another friend often wears her old jewellery. Life goes on in other ways doesn't it? How wonderful someone was able to use your mother's hearing aids! Your wine glass candle looks very fitting on your table. Hugs, Pam
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ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful is that?! The refurbished aids being put to good use. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteI was able to keep many of my mother's clothes and wear them. Some I gave away; some I have cut up for sewing projects. I made a little blanket for Molly from a housecoat. Sigh. It's a challenge, I know.
The glasses look lovely with candles in them. A beautiful and frugal find.
That's a tough time. I've been there. God's blessings and peace.
ReplyDeleteAfter the initial loss, the challenges continue, it seems. I have never thought of the grief in letting go of a parent's clothing or personal items. I'm glad the hearing aids could be modified to be used by someone else.
ReplyDeleteYour wine glass votive holder is charming.
Hugs.
My mother clipped earrings and hung necklaces on each of her nice dresses so she would be properly dressed at a moment's notice. It took me a long time to disassemble her closet! I finally realized that it was the sweet memories of her that would always be with me and the clothes needed to find a new closet. My sisters are coming next week. As always, we will laugh when we remember mother in her favorite places.
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Bonnie
Your post made my heart sing, Dotsie. Such a wonderful love you two shared... and continue to share with others... blessings ~ tanna
ReplyDeleteYour mother would be very proud...she is smiling down on you.
ReplyDeleteLove everything about this post :)
ReplyDeleteHearing aids...a wonderful gift. What a treasure and reminder of your mother for this friend.
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ReplyDeleteI am sorry I have been busy lately and didn't realize your Mom had passed away.
I love that your Mom's friend was able to use her hearing aids and others her clothes.
Take care,
Carolyn
p.s. I enjoyed your post about about George Beverly Shea as well.
Podso,
ReplyDeleteI have been where you were today, dear friend.
I know both my MoMa and my Mother~in~law would have wanted me to allow someone in need the privelege to have their clothing.
MoMa's glasses were given to our Optometrists for her mission trip to Haiti.
Amazing that your gift of the hearing aid worked and what a blessing to you both!!
Fondly,
Pat
That is such a cool idea and it looked beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSorry about your mother's belonging, but like you said, some other people could really use them!
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ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful that your mother's friend could use her hearing aids. When I packed up my mother's clothes I took them to "The Boutique" as my parents and their friends used to call The Salvation Army store. They lived in a small community with very little clothing for sale so delighted in the wonderful fashions they found there at bargain prices. Your mom would be bleased that you passed her things down to others.
ReplyDeleteIt's nice you were able to donate your Mother's hearing aids to one of her friends in need. My Dad lost hearing in one of his ears during bombing in WW2 and was never able to be helped by hearing aids. The technology is so much better these days!
ReplyDeleteThe wine glass looks nice as a candle holder!
My heart is warmed to know that you are thinking of blessing others in your grief. Hugs to you...
ReplyDeleteThis post made me tear up!
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How precious that you gave and others will be blessed and are being blessing in the case of the hearing aids!
You've given a real gift.
Deanna
I am sure I will remember that moment, Dotsie. I admire your strength as you say goodbye to your mother. Honestly, it reminds me so much of how my mother said goodbye to hers about 10 years ago. You are handling it with such grace.
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