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In Loving Memory

Goodie2shoes — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 19:59:00 GMT

2 years ago today 4/28/20 I lost my dear mom to covid 19. She was 88 yo, in a nursing home but she knew what was going on, not confused at all. A mom of 10 children which I am the oldest with 7 more syblings still living. She was a Registered nurse, loved her 10 babies and worked many long hrs to make sure we all had what we needed. Thanks Mom, I know you are in a better place now, no more worries. We Love you mom !

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webbgarner1 — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:35:40 GMT

@Goodie2shoes Hugs for you. So sorry you lost your mother to covid. It sounds like she was an amazing woman and you too. I am sure if you were the oldest of 10 and your mother worked as a nurse, you were like mama to the younger ones. I was an RN for over 30 years and can not begin to imagine doing it with 10 children.

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Lilysmom1 — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:38:38 GMT

@Goodie2shoes , I am so sorry for your loss. It is amazing that you had your mom to the age of 88.

I too am one of ten children, being number 8 and the youngest daughter. There is a special connection in large families. My mother was a Registered Nurse as well. Sadly, I lost my mom when I was 28, she at the age of 65.

It is so hard to lose parents and the mother/daughter connection is often strong. I can imagine that is the case especially if you are the oldest.

Be comforted by special memories❤️. LM

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golding76 — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:43:50 GMT

Goodie2shoes, may your wonderful mother's memory be eternal! What a loving mother she was.

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spiderw — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:58:08 GMT

What a lovely tribute to your mother. I have great respect for nurses and believe they are the glue who hold hospitals and doctor offices together. Their dedication and love for what they do certainly has helped so many. I am sure your mother was not only a wonderful nurse but a loving caring mother to you and your siblings. I'm sure she is in a better place and as proud of you as you are of her.

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Toots711 — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:05:42 GMT

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SloopJohnB — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:31:26 GMT

@Goodie2shoes Big hugs to you. My late mother was the youngest of 10. There is that old saying...... One mother can take care of 10 children, but 10 children can't take care of one mother. 💔

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Boomernichols — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 21:51:58 GMT

@Goodie2shoes I am so sorry for your loss and know that she was inspiring to many. She had a loving heart to have such a large family and also be a provider. You can be sure that she is spending her approaching MOTHER's DAY with the LORD and reaping her rewards in heaven and smiling down on her family from above. There is no love like a mothers love!

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Drythe — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:20:43 GMT

@Goodie2shoes

I am sorry for your loss. What a wonderful tribute you write to her.

That awful virus is still with us, as you know. As a person who worked in Public Health, I fret everyday that we were not better prepared in so many ways.

My Dad lives by himself, in his home, at age 95. You know the fears we have for him daily, but we’re SO glad he was able to shelter at home with our help. I am envious of your many siblings, I was raised an only child, it is not nearly the picnic 🧺 many think.

Gratitude to you and your Mom for your work service, I am witness to the good you bring to patients.

Sending Light out on the winds to You, Your Mom, and Family. 💨

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Still Raining — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:20:10 GMT

May her memory be a blessing to all her children.

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jubilant — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:51:21 GMT

@Goodie2shoes A lovely tribute to your mother. It sounds to me that there was a lot to love about her. I pray your memories will be extra sweet and special this coming Mothers Day.

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Mmsfoxxie — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:12:15 GMT

@Goodie2shoes , as I think I posted at that time, I'm still sorry for your loss because I know your sorrow is still just as deep. April was a time when Covid was so new, so uncontrollable!

One of my cousins died in that month after being sent home with Covid to die alone. They didn't know what to do at that time. It was a guessing game, survival of the fittest.

I'm sure you have many beautiful memories of your mother that can now put a smile on your face.

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Goodie2shoes — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:16:29 GMT

Thanks to all for the kind words and understanding that I just wanted to note how much my mom meant to us and how we miss her. My mom's dedication to nursing was my inspiration for becoming a nurse myself. I"m retired but have so much respect for the nursing field and what they have done and gone through themselves trying to save lives from this virus. Many times my mom worked 16 hr days during her career so being the oldest I had to make sure everyone had dinner and homework done after school. I visited her gravesite today left a rose and thanked her again for her love and support to us all.

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Spurt — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:20:40 GMT

@Goodie2shoes

What a lovely tribute......

Sending you big hug on the anniversary of your mom's passing......and prayers of comfort

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hckynutjohn — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:21:19 GMT

@Goodie2shoes

Very many here can relate to the loss of a parent. Some the exact day and time they found out of their death. Grief, as most here know, is different for every individual.

I am sure this 2 years, at times, seems like yesterday. At other times it may feel like a long time ago. Our minds and hearts do not always work on the same calendars when it comes to this type of loss.

My mother died 53 years ago, and on a special day, on the calendar. I can only say, time helps, but it does not remove the sadness. One can only do the best they can when it comes to dealing with this type of grief.

My thoughts are with you on this very difficult day. 🙏

hckynut 🇺🇸

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Spacrazy — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 02:04:49 GMT

Precious memories, how they linger...

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meallen616 — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:56:16 GMT

@Goodie2shoes,

Although it's only been two years,

Sending hugs your way.

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AngelPuppy1 — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:03:35 GMT

@Goodie2shoes

So sorry for your loss! They say time heals all wounds -- well, it does help to lessen the pain but the loss of your mother never goes away or gets better, really. My dear mother passed several years ago and in some ways it feels like it just happened. Every day I think of her and every day I miss her so much. At least now, I can think of her - the good things and not cry constantly. Your mother sounded very much like mine. Very hardworking, determined and selfless. We were blessed to have such wonderful women in our lives.

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NigelSparkles — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:44:48 GMT

@Goodie2shoes So sorry for your loss. So many of us lost loved ones to covid. Today is the 2nd anniversary of my sister's death - also to covid. May your mother's memory be a blessing....

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sceniccoast — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:58:39 GMT

@Goodie2shoes

God Bless your beloved Mother. That's a beautiful tribute to her.