Tuesday, 23 August 2011

Tuesday's treasure

My treasure today is my dear Mum ...
I love this photo of her on her wedding day
Dad and Mum at their golden wedding celebration in May last year
Following a long period of declining health Mum deteriorated to the point that her passing seemed imminent.  Most of the family spent time with her on Tuesday although she was unconscious for most of the day.  As the hospice nurse and I gave cares to Mum at about 5pm she unexpectedly woke and was able to recognize her family and communicate with each loved one.  We consider it a huge blessing to have had this time with her and will treasure the fact that nothing was left unsaid. Even my brother in Perth had spoken to her the day before. Mum knew with certainty that she was surrounded by the people who loved her.  She went into a sleep some hours later and died peacefully at about 9pm.  The last thing I said to Mum was “have a good sleep now Mum, you look like you are ready for a rest”.  She had a strong faith and I look forward to seeing her again one day.
So my life came to an abrupt stop last week and now I am trying to return to normal routines.  I haven't kept up with leaving comments on the blogs I love to visit or kept up with replying, and I am sorry about that but I know you will understand. 
I love Mum dearly and I will miss her.

20 comments:

  1. Oh, my heart goes out to you at this time... Mums are so very special.... my love and condolences to you and your family Wendy....
    Hugz

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  2. Oh Wendy, I was just thinking earlier today I should make sure you were okay. Your mother was beautiful and I know I will meet her some day too. Do what you need to do now, take care of yourself, and know that we are all thinking of you. I'm sending you a hug a thousand miles away.

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  3. Dear Wendy, know that our love and support are with you. Take the time that you need to do what you need to do. That is a beautiful photo of your parents. Cherish the memories. Sending you love from "accross the ditch". Sharon xx

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  4. Wendy, my heart goes out to you and your family. I hope that all your treasured memories of her give you some comfort at this time, thoughts and love are with you, Michelle.

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  5. Treasure the memories. How wonderful that she was surrounded by love and you will meet again. She will be watching over you always.

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  6. I'm very sorry for your loss. You are lucky to know that your Mum was surrounded by all her loved family and she left in peace...I'm thinking of you in these difficult times !
    Florence

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  7. Beautiful people leave huge holes and all you can do is fill it with your special memories and all the love you shared. My heart is sad for you Wendy at this time. Mums are such special people. Condolences to you and your Family. I am sure your Mum will always be with you surrounding you with her love.
    Take care,
    Blessings Michelle xx

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  8. Wendy, I am so very sorry for your deep loss.. what a special time you had caring for your mum, especially at the very last..she has left you a legacy of beautiful memories...
    sending my love across the ocean..
    Rosie.xxxx

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  9. Oh Wendy, I am so sorry to hear of your Mum's passing. She was so obviously loved and cherished by her family. What a beautiful photo of your Mum and Dad, they look so very happy. Love and thoughts to you now and in the days ahead. Take care, Nicky

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  10. so sorry to hear of the loss of your darling mother.

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  11. Wendy my heart goes out to you and your terrible loss but you will always hold the memories of your wonderful mum in your heart forever.
    Rest in peace Wendy's mum and may god grant you strength Wendy to carry on.oxoxox

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  12. Dear Wendy, so sorry to hear of the sad loss of your loved mum. How wonderful she was surrounded by her loving family and that she is resting peacefully until you all meet again. Sending you big hugs, Mel

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  13. Dear Wendy. I am so sorry to hear of your sad loss. You will always have the memory though of her peaceful farewell and know she felt your love. My thoughts are with you and your family. Lots of love, Cate

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  14. My sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear mother , I can understand your sadness at this time and know you will always cherish the memories of your beautiful Mom .Take care and hugs from across the ocean.Sheila

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  15. My thoughts are with you and your family Wendy.
    Take Care

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  16. I'm so sorry for your loss. It's terrible. I lost my father when I was only 25 and my mother died a year and a half ago so I know what you are going through.
    Take care
    Don't miss my giveaway.

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  17. Wendy....I'm deeply sad and sorry for your loss. It's so hard to pick up the pieces after loosing a loved one... especially such a cherrished mum ...but little by little you will.

    Take comfort in your happy memories of her and remember she will never be far away while you hold her in your heart.

    Sending a hug....

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  18. Sorry to hear about the loss of your mum. Take care.

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  19. So sorry to hear your sad news, remember the happy times, one day you will be reunited .
    Take Care
    Sue xx

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  20. Mums are so special... big hugs

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