Saturday, May 9, 2009

The Bond between a Mother and child...


Happy Mother's Day to all my friends. To celebrate Mother's Day Barb at foleysfollies.blogspot is hosting a tribute to Mothers and Grandmothers this weekend so come on over and share some heartfelt stories.


There is no bond stronger then the bond between a Mother and a child. From the time of the birth of the baby, to the end of the Mothers life and beyond, the bond exists. It is stronger then steel and therefore can never be broken.

I watch my grandsons look at their Moms with such adoration. Mom is the sun and the moon and all good things in life. She is saint like in their bright eyes. She can almost walk on water, is prettier then a movie star, and she never has a bad hair day. They will defend the honor of their Mom and shout to the world that their Mom is better then your Mom. The bond continues.

As the teenage years begin, children believe they know more then Mom. The bond begins to stretch a bit. Mom tells you, with a knowing smile, to wait until you have kids of your own some day. They think what does she know? A wise Mom lets you stretch the bond even further and fly away from her nest because she is as wise as her Mother. She loves you with no strings attached. The bond continues.

You marry and have kids and all of a sudden you become your Mother. Oh, did I just admit this? You now ask for your Mothers guidance to help you raise your own little hooligans. The bond continues

Last week I was touched when I viewed a film about Mothers who had to hide their children from the Nazi's. One Mom was forced to put her baby into a suitcase. She placed one silver spoon with the child as a token of a bond between her and her child. All the Mothers in the film cried when their children were removed to go to a safe hiding place. How brave these Mothers were to be separated from their precious children and knowing that they may never see their children again. The children probably grew up searching for their Moms. The bond continues.

Recently I was asked me to share the best memory of my Mom . My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I was living on the opposite side of the country so visiting my Mother was sporadic. I could see my Mother slipping away each time I went to visit her. Soon my Mom had no recognition of me. A few months later I went to visit. As I was holding her hand, she turned and smiled, and said my name. In that brief moment all the wonderful memories of all the things we shared came flooding back to me. I know that she was experiencing the same magic by the smile on her face. It was the best moment of our lives.

My Mom passed a few days before Mothers day but the bond of our souls will continue forever.
~I love & miss you Mom~
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

32 comments:

  1. Hi Joyce, what a great post on Moms..I love it.I think it would be fun to meet up with other women for lunch one day..we will keep in touch for a date in June..hugs, Baba

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  2. Joyce - A very sweet, inspring post! Now that I have stopped crying it was so wonderful you were able to receive that last moment of recognition from your Mother!
    I think Alzheimer's is one of the cruelest diseases anyone can go through. Thank you so much for sharing your story and participating in my tribute!

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  3. Such a sweet post, I know you miss your Mom, and I am so glad that you had those special moments of recognition, My Brother has Parkinson, and his memory is slowly slipping away.
    Happy Mother's Day
    Molly

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  4. What a sweet heartfelt tribute to 'MOM'
    I was so happy to read that you and your mom connected even for a brief moment. Years can pass through that brief moment.

    Happy MOM day,
    Candy

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  5. What a wonderful post...and I think the bond between a mother and daughter is even stronger....Sons are fine but I think every women should have atleast one daughter....Happy Mother's Day and I'll see you next week....don't forget to send me the address...

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  6. Yuor story is so touching. So sorry your mom passed away but I know you will see ech other again. Happy Mother's Day...Christine

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  7. Happy Mothers' Day and Happy Pink Saturday. Mine passed away nearly 20 years ago, and I still miss her - but time does heal, and you always have your memories. Thinking of you.

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  8. Oh, I know that moment with your Mom will stay with you forever. Something to always cherish.

    Happy Mother's Day to you.

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  9. What a touching post! My MIL has alzheimers also so I know exactly what you have been though. How wonderful that she was able to say your name. Happy Mother's Day!

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  10. Hi Joyce! Oh, what a sweet and touching post! God bless you and Happy Mother's Day!
    Shelia ;)

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  11. Beautiful post. I love the memory of your mom reconnecting through the haze.
    I lost my mom suddenly in 2005 and my world hasn't been the same since. I miss her every day.
    Happy Mother's Day Joyce saying a little prayer for you today...
    Robin
    All Things Heart and Home

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  12. My mother and my mother-in-law both had Alzheimer's disease and have both died. I miss them too.

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  13. Very touching and tender post Joyce.

    Happy Mothers Day to you!

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  14. Well now I have tears in my eyes. :) Happy belated Pink Saturday and a lovely Mother's Day to you. Beautiful post!!!

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  15. How heartfelt. I happen to believe the apple never falls far from the tree. I bet you and your Mom are loving, compassion souls who bless many along life's path.
    Happiest of Mother's Day wishes to you and your Mother in heaven.
    Happy Twirls

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  16. Just stopping by to wish you a
    Happy Mother's Day

    The Raggedy Girl

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  17. I can imagine how much you are missing your mom.What a wonderful post! Wishing you the happiest day!

    I found you from Foley's Mother's
    Day links! Great blog!

    Carol

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  18. Thank you for for your sweet comment on my Mother's Day post. We can both rejoice in the knowledge that we will be reunited with those we love one day through Christs loving work on the cross. :O) Mary @Boogieboard Cottage

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  19. Hi Joyce!

    Happy Mother's Day!

    We had a similar experience with my mother-in-law who sadly passed away from Alzheimer's 17 years ago. She had a brief few hours of recognition about a week before she passed, after 9 years of seeing her slowly slip away. It was a wonderful final gift for all of us.

    Hugs, Pat

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  20. What a beautiful tribute to your mom and to all mothers. I lost my mother in 1994 and I still miss her presence in my life even though we lived several states apart it was comforting to know she was there. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  21. I'm typing a note through my tears. The thought of your mother looking at you and saying your name had me crying. I'm sure it is a moment you'll never forget. This was a lovely post. Happy Mother's Day. laurie

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  22. Our sermon this morning was about how we think our parents know everything until we become a teenager. Then when we're in our 20's, we understand. Great post. Sweet memories of your Mom.

    Happy Mother's Day sweet friend!
    Hugs!
    Kat

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  23. Over the 30 years of my nursing career, I worked 5 of them in long term care. I was never more honored than to be someone's daughter, granddaughter, mother or sister. In those gifted moments of clarity, family members would find true comfort that their loved one was not lost. I'm glad that you have that wonderful memory of your mother.
    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I see that you are relatively new to the blog world, as am I. I am finding it truly amazing! I look forward to following your blog!

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  24. What a beautiful post, and thank you for the beautiful comments you left for my post. Wishing you a wonderful evening!
    ♥ Teresa

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  25. Beautiful tribute to your mom, and my deepest sympathy on your loss.
    I think the older we get the more we appreciate their undying love...
    Happy Mother's Day!

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  26. What a beautiful post and all so true. I'm sure you know that your mother's love for you is still inside her and even after she's gone the bond will still be there.

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  27. I am so sorry about your Mother; Alzheimer’s is one of the cruellest diseases as it slowly takes our loved ones from us. I miss my Mum as she is so far away in Australia; you never know how much you need them until they are not there! I hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day

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  28. What a beautiful memory .. made me tear up to know you had that precious moment to hold close forever xo

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  29. What a touching post and loving tribute to your mom. I am soo sorry for your loss - I'm so glad you have happy memories of your time together. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog.

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  30. My Mom had dementia before she died too. We were always very close. Every time she greeted me either on the phone or in person, she would always exclaim, "My baby" - even when I was in my 60s and she was in her 80s. She always thought of me as her baby. I was an only child, so I was her only baby.
    Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day.
    Charlotte

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