RIP to an irreplaceable woman...

[Katie, John & Parker pup]

I know last summer I had mentioned that my mother was ill and many people here supported me with comments and prayers.

My mother passed away this past Saturday, May 26th after suffering for over 2 years. I know she is in peace now but it is still difficult for me to think of her not being here. I just keep thinking about all the things she will miss, like my sister's wedding...meeting any grandchildren...etc. 

She had started to go more downhill right before my wedding on May 4th and was not able to attend, much to mine and her distress...she did however get to see me in my dress and see my wedding photos, so I am grateful for at least that much.

She passed away quietly in the hospital in Boston while I held her hand.

R.I.P. Mommy.

[Anna and Achilles]

So sorry for your loss.

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

Prayers are going up for you, Katie, as you travel to Bermuda! You're stronger than you think...

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

God bless you and may you have a safe trip Kaite.

[Katie, John & Parker pup]

Thank you for all the kind words. It is very hard but I am trying to be normal, though I am flying to Bermuda tomorrow (where my parents live and where the funeral is) for the funeral and I think that is going to make it very difficult because that is where all her things are and it won't feel right with her not being there. I need some strength...hopefully she can give it to me from Heaven.

[Hazel & Chester Wayte]

So Sorry for your loss. What a nice Picture. It is nice you could be there with her in the hospital.

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

So sorry, Katie. It must be so hard to lose Mom. I'm so glad that you could be there with her all the way to the end.

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

I'm so sorry, Katie. Although she has gone she will never leave you. She will be with you everyday in your heart.

[cheryl & oliver]

Katie, I am so sorry for your loss.  I know that it must have been just terrible not to have been with you at your wedding, and to miss your sisters too.  But she will always be there for you in your heart, and she is now your own angel.  she will be watching you and your sister, she will be there for all the special occasions that will be there thru the years.  The hurt right now is very deep and you think it won't get better, but it will.  In time, you will be able to smile more, and the tears will lessen...You will find yourself talking to her, and you are not crazy, it is the most comforting thing in the world.  I lost my Mom, 15 yrs ago.  I still miss her everyday, but when I look into my childrens faces, I can see her, and now I can look at my grandchildren and see her.  She will always be there for me, as will your mother for you.  Hugs to you and yours at this very sad time...

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

I'm so sorry for your loss Katie. My mom's been gone for 10 years and I still miss her but it does get easier.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Katie, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. It is sad that she didn't get to share in your special day but take comfort in the fact that you got to hold her hand and say good bye. It may not feel like it now but time is a great healer, the sadness will never really go away but it will lessen with time.