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Title: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Slammy on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:07pm Last night, I kissed my mother good-bye @ 7:45pm. I will always remember that time, because @ 9:40pm, she passed away.... I didn't call her, or visited her enough, though I always told myself I should. She raised me by herself since I was 5. She did a good job. Her name was Rachel. She was my biggest fan. All the little league games, pop warner football...I am a big Dodger fan, and, of course, so was she. We would chat on the phone complaining on how poorly they played. When I went to UCLA..she, of course, was a UCLA fan... rooting and booing as she watched me from afar... She didn't have much money, but she always scraped enough to buy me glove and cleats...All she did was love me.... Yesterday morning, her health failed her, and my brother called me. I told him to dial 911... I drove the 80 miles and met them at the ER. As always, she was mad at us for fussing over her..she told us to go home to our families... I thought she was fine. She was too feisty to succumb...I thought. 8 hours later, when she was secure in her bed..her condition stabilized....she told us to go home... and kissed us good-bye...like a mother always does.... I love you, Mom... Merry Christmas! :-* All of you..... call your mom... tell her you love her.... and wish her a Merry Christmas.... Slammy :'( |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by cerebus on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:16pm I'm sorry Slammy, I never got to say goodbye to my Dad. my condolances bro' Cerebus |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by jonny on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:17pm : ( ...................................................................... Sorry, Bro! |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Mastifflvr28 on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:18pm Slammy, sigh :'( Sorry sweets. calling me mum Mast |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by marty on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:18pm My heart goes out to you.. Anything that you need or if there is anything that I can do (619) 857-4983 Martin |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Jackie on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:20pm Bless your heart, Jim :'( You were lucky to have had her for your Mom and she was lucky to have you for a son. If is apparent that you all loved each other very much and that can never be erased. That love will be with you forever. My heart goes out to you. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love to you my friend..... Jackie |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Peppermint on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:34pm Jim... :'( I'm so sorry for your loss my friend... that is a bittersweet memory for you but I'm sure you have so many more happy ones....remember to keep those alive...and your mother will always be with you. Peace and blessings and love to you - my heartfelt condolences friend, Pep :( |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Charlie on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:34pm You're a hell of a guy, Slammy. You showed that with your post. Post away because we welcome anything you have to say. Charlie |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Linda_Howell on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:36pm Mom's are like that Slammy. They wait til everyone has left..... Sounds to me like you had a great relationship with your mom though, and so don't beat yourself up. She knew you loved her. My sincerest wishes and thoughts are with you tonight Slammy. Linda |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Elaine on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:46pm Oh Slammy sounds like you have a great Mom and I say have because she is still with you. She is with you tonight she is in your heart and your Mom did things her way and she knows how very much you love her. Know I am thinking of you and your family tonight! Your Friend Elaine |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by CathiP on Dec 21st, 2002, 11:48pm Slam- man, What a wonderful lady, and although you are in pain right now, time will turn your sadness into tender memories. You were loved- and you loved your Mom in return- couldn't be more perfect. I always feel sadness for us left behind- your Mom is at peace, and has no pain. We are here, dealing with a void in our lives. My heart goes out to you, Slammy, as well as your family. Cathi |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Roxy on Dec 22nd, 2002, 12:05am Slammy, I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in the fact that Mom's know their kids love them always...whether near or far. She will always be with you, those memories don't fade. Please know that our thoughts are with you. R |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Silver_Dolphins on Dec 22nd, 2002, 12:21am May light shine perpetual. |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by cootie on Dec 22nd, 2002, 2:07am Ma is smilein down on you Slammy.....you were lucky to have each other.......so so very sorry to her the news.....Pam |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by SommelierCH on Dec 22nd, 2002, 6:38am Slammerman, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, Rachel. There always seems to be guilt about not spending enough time with our mothers after they pass. However, considering how many children are estranged from one or both parents, you gave her the best gift you could ever have given her. Your love. So many parents never get that gift. Imagine the happiness you brought her, by including her in your life. Reading your post, I can just see her in the stands cheering and booing. How much joy that must have given her. Hold on to that joy as a balance for the sorrow you now feel. Peace, David J. |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by OneEyeBlind on Dec 22nd, 2002, 8:01am Slammy, that was a beautiful tribute to your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by woobie on Dec 22nd, 2002, 8:24am Oh, Slammy... I'm sooooo sorry for your loss! :'( I am thinking about you! Tina |
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Title: A Mother's Kiss......indeed Post by rumplestiltskin on Dec 22nd, 2002, 8:58am Thanks for the reminder. It's been awhile since I told my Mom how much I loved her and how much her smile means to me and showed her with pride the ways I'm "being a good boy" like she told me to...35 years ago when we kissed goodbye. Her last wish was to ease the pain her death would cause me...ain't that just like a Mom. And so....like when I'd show her a bad scratch that hurt like hell....to keep her from worrying I'd say...."aaaw ma...it ain't so bad". No cookie she gave me was ever sweeter than the kiss that "made it all better". Walk in her sunshine...celebrate her life den |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by catlind on Dec 22nd, 2002, 9:12am Slammy, :'( :'( :'( :'( I cried and cried for you when I read your post. No words can make this better or ease your deepest pain. If they could I would give them to you in a heart beat. All I can give to you is love and support. You have my sincerest sympathies, and a shoulder to cry on should you ever need it. Your Mom was one hell of a lady. I wish you a Christmas that is filled with the celebration of her life. Cat |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by suzy617 on Dec 22nd, 2002, 10:40am Dear Slammy, So very sorry for your loss. There is a special bond between mothers and sons and I believe she is now your angel who will always be watching out for you. She is in a better place now and you will one day be together again. My heart goes out to you, wish I could give you a hug right now. suzy |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by ken_b on Dec 22nd, 2002, 11:13am Im sorry to hear about your loss! i lost my mother a few years ago. I lost the best friend i ever had in this world. know one knows the pain your in. for all i can tell you is in time it gets easer to deal with the pain. i lost my mom and dad 50 weeks apart. i still feel the loss very much at this time of year. but i have my kids to love and think about! they hurt to. we love and support each other very much. may god be with you and your family at this time in life!! ken |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by domm on Dec 22nd, 2002, 12:19pm Slammy - words fail me right now. I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like your Mom was a very special lady. I grieve with you. I think I'll call Mom now. domm |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Melissa on Dec 22nd, 2002, 12:33pm Slammy, My mom succumbed to cancer last year, but I have not lost her, for she is always with me. Your mom is with you too. She may not be able to talk, but she does listen. Take comfort that you are not alone, and there are many that love you, and understand. love, mel |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Svenn on Dec 22nd, 2002, 12:47pm Slammy You have my deepest sympathy and a lot of prayers on the way to you. Your mother have not left yo but she has moved to a better place and look after you from there .Our parents never leave us.They just move to a better place and guard over us as angels. Svenn |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Ted on Dec 22nd, 2002, 1:02pm I'm sorry to hear this, Slammy. Death be not Proud Death be not proud, though some have called thee Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so, For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow, Die not, poor Death, nor yet canst thou kill me. From rest and sleep, which but thy pictures be, Much pleasure: then from thee much more must flow, And soonest our best men with thee do go, Rest of their bones, and soul's delivery. Thou art slave to fate, chance, kings, and desperate men, And dost with poison, war, and sickness dwell; And poppy or charms can make us sleep as well And better than thy stroke; why swell'st thou then? One short sleep past, we wake eternally, And death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die. -- John Donne |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Slydog on Dec 22nd, 2002, 2:48pm Slammy So sorry to hear of your loss. :'( My thoughts will be with you during the holidays. Sly |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Drk^Angel on Dec 22nd, 2002, 3:59pm I am very sorry to hear of your loss, but as long as you keep her in your heart, and in your memories, she will never truely be gone. You and your's are in my thoughts and wishes. Life and Love -- 12/22/2002 Life and love, Passes by like the wind, But if your heart is open, And your mind is willing, They will be kept forever, Captured like a picture, Protected like a treasure, Always there for you, When you need them most. PFDAN....................................... Drk^Angel |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Mark C on Dec 22nd, 2002, 4:19pm I am so sorry for your loss. |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by jimbo on Dec 22nd, 2002, 4:51pm Slam Man, prayers on the way from our house to yours. Peace, Jimbo and family |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Lenny on Dec 22nd, 2002, 6:41pm Slammy, I am very sorry for your loss :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(. 1 - earth's = Loss :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(. 2 - heaven's=Gain ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ; My thought's and prayer's are with you and your family. with much sadness for you and your's, Lenny |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by eyes_afire on Dec 22nd, 2002, 7:02pm Slammy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Best wishes to you and your family during this difficult time. |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by SFChris on Dec 22nd, 2002, 7:02pm Awww Slammy - so sorry to hear about your loss. Sending you positive energy from up north... Chris |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by KarenT on Dec 22nd, 2002, 7:07pm Slammy, My dad passed away 2 months ago yesterday. I am sooooo sorry that you have to go through this, especially at this time of year. Even though we have never talked, feel free to call me anytime ( yes,even in the middle of the night when you wake up thinking about your mom- cause I do the same thing). 931-766-2325. I work Saturdays and Sundays so I'm here all week. And I'm here for you, too. ANYTIME KarenT |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by ShariRae on Dec 22nd, 2002, 10:56pm aw Sammy.. I am so sorry for your loss..please know you & yours are in my thoughts an prayers... ShariRae |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Ree on Dec 22nd, 2002, 11:03pm O Slammy everytime I leave my moms house after doing her hair I wonder will I see her again...My Dad just turned 80 and I cant stand that I might lose him within the next few years... I am so sorry... she will always be with you... she sounds as if she knew the secret and wanted you to remember her fiestiness... she really loved you... an awesome mom... Your post was the most beautiful I have read here in a very long time... I hope someday one of my boys leaves me such a tribute... you rock... again sorry. I will be thinking about you... take care... Love you Ree |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Ann on Dec 23rd, 2002, 8:27am Dear Slammy, I wish I had great words of wisdom, but I don't. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts. I'm going over to see my parents this morning! hugs Ann |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by mizfinn on Dec 23rd, 2002, 9:58pm Slammy, Sorry to hear about your mother, what wonderful memories of her you have! Thank you for thinking of others in your time of grief. Jonny called me and told me he loved me at midnight! I lost my mom at 17 and still miss her. Don't feel alone, there are so many people here for you! Love, Jonny's Mom |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Babydoll on Dec 24th, 2002, 8:41am :'( Come with me... Written by Phil Collins .... From the Album Testify.... I'll try to make the sun shine brighter for you I will even play the fool if it makes you smile I'll try to make you laugh if there's a tear in your eye After all is said After all is done I'll do anything for you Come with me, close your eyes Hold my hand it'll be alright Don't be scared don't be shy Lift your head it's gonna be alright I'll try to make the stars shine brighter for you And I'll take you on my shoulders, hold you way up high I'll even chase the rainbow hanging in the sky Cos after all is said After all is done I'd do anything for you Through the eyes of innocence you will find, you will see There'll come a time it'll all make sense And you won't know, but it will show inside, deep inside Come with me, close your eyes Hold my hand, it'll be alright Don't be scared, don't be shy Lift your head it's gonna be alright I'll try to make the days last longer for you From the daybreak, 'til the sunset,'til the end of time I'll keep you safe, away from the heartache Cos when all is said And when all is done I'd do anything for you Come with me, close your eyes Hold my hand, it'll be alright Don't be scared, don't be shy Lift your head it's gonna be alright..... Babydoll....So sorry |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by 9erfan on Dec 24th, 2002, 12:34pm Slammy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. :'( I know it will be a difficult Christmas for you & your family. Take solace in the fact that your Mom left this world knowing how much you & your brother love her. Sending you my prayers... Virginia |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by firebrix on Dec 24th, 2002, 12:58pm We're very sad to hear this news, Slammy. It is clear that you and your mother shared something very special. I am lost for words, and don't know what to say. We will be thinking of you through this sad time. We will both call our mothers. Thank you for your reminder that every day's a gift. "What the caterpillar calls The End of the World, The Master calls a butterfly." Celebrate her life. Treasure your memories. Love and Peace, firebrix and Mopar. |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by don on Dec 24th, 2002, 1:23pm In case my email did not go through........... Christmas is a very busy time of year for God to spread Peace. " He knew he needed good help and therefor chose your mom". These words were spoken to me on the day I buried my mom, 9-11-02. I found them very comforting and hope that you and your family will to don |
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Title: Re: A Mother's Kiss...... Post by Elizabeth on Dec 25th, 2002, 11:59pm Slammy - Your mother sounds like the ideal - supportive, giving, ever-loving.... I'm sorry for your loss. Lizzie |
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