Mother’s day is celebrated around the world to honour mothers and motherhood. I lost my mother eight years ago on this very day, which was Mother’s Day in 2004.
For me, May brings bittersweet memories every year. It’s the month of my daughter’s birthday and also the death anniversary of my mother. Even today, it feels so uncomfortable. I shared a strong bond with my mother, and after her death, I felt like my world had stopped—but it never does. Life never stops, no matter what befalls you.
The heaviness I carried in my heart slowly eased over time. I moved on with routine life, for the people who loved me and were still here. I realized that my grief was blocking all the beautiful memories I had shared with my mother. After all, death is a natural part of life—something no one has control over. Life simply moves on.
I miss her deeply, but I treasure her memories in my heart. Sharing this piece by Kim McCallum on Mother’s Day.
My Treasure – For Mom
I look back on these years
To see how far I’ve come and grown,
I take a trip down memory lane,
And what I see has shown ….That every step I’ve taken,
You have been there by my side …
From infancy to adulthood,
We’ve stood the test of time.You cradled me and nurtured me,
Through all these many years;
You held me and did comfort me,
Through happiness and tears.You’d pick me up when I would fall,
You’d dust me off and then,
Encourage me to get back on
That horse and ride again.Your constant care and loving,
And your warm inviting heart,
Has always been a treasure that
I knew would n’er depart.If I could be “just half” the person
You have been to me …
Then you have taught me well dear mom,
For in my heart I see …A woman whose most gentle soul,
Embraces me each day …
A woman whom I dearly love,
Much more than words can say.
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