When my mother was a child, she was popular. She was a cute, outgoing child with curly blonde hair and reminded everyone of Shirley Temple. Then one family vacation, she went swimming in a public pool and got afflicted with polio. After that, she was no longer popular and was...
Happy Birthday Mom
This post is dedicated to everyone who has a "living" mother. Please give your mother a call or a hug for me today and tell her you love her and how much she means to you. Unfortunately, I won't get that opportunity again... But, knowing that you hugged your mother...
It Had To Happen Around the Holidays?
With the Christmas holiday approaching, I went to TJ Maxx to buy a few things. As I was walking around, I saw two young girls between the ages of 8 and 10. They were adorable and they were buying presents for their parents. As one little girl wheeled the cart,...
My Mother, My Best Friend…
My mother passed away on Friday, June 1st. These past few days have been very hard for me and I know it's not going to be easier for a long time. I wanted to share the eulogy I read at my mother's funeral. She was so such an incredible person...
55th Wedding Anniversary
Today is my parents, Phyllis and Herb’s 55th wedding anniversary. It’s amazing how many years they are together. My dad met my mom when my mom was 14. He was the old man at 19. They got married very young and had their three children immediately thereafter. My mom was...