Lost my mom today

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About a week after turning 98 years old, and after getting to have last conversations with all her children, many of her grandchildren and even one great-grandchild (of many), my mother, Miriam Esther Sess Smith, died in her sleep, in her own home, surrounded by all four of her children and holding the hand of her husband of 75 years.

I had the privilege and honor of supporting her (with my siblings) through a three week hospice journey, a journey of many stories, lessons-- about myself and my family members-- and how-- while we may have differences in our lives, we came together in support of her and my dad during this transition.

I am happy she is now at rest after a very long life supporting others.

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WikiTree profile: Miriam Smith
in The Tree House by Jillaine Smith G2G6 Pilot (890k points)

My deepest condolences on your loss.  Saying goodbye to one's mother is never easy.

She was a very pretty lady.  :)

I am happy for you that you had time for that journey of stories, and lessons, with her and your siblings.  Precious memories that will sustain you in future days. heart

Jillaine, thankyou for sharing the memories of Miriam, your mother.....as I got to know her I found she is a 9C2R to my wife.....I will share the memories.
I'm so very sorry. No matter how old they are or how old you are, losing a parent is difficult and painful. I will pray that your anguish will ease and you will be comforted and find peace.
I'm very sorry to hear that.  My sympathies.

Jillaine: I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Anne

I am so sorry for your lost, you have my condolence

Most be so difficult

Condolences. Hope these might help someone somehow.  

http://https://unsplash.com/s/photos/beautiful-sunrise

Thanks for the thoughts, Gail. The link didn't work. "Site cannot be reached."
I'm sorry for your loss, Jillaine.  My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Jillaine, see if this one works : https://unsplash.com/s/photos/beautiful-sunrise

16 Answers

+11 votes
I'm so sorry. She sounds like she was a great person.
by Leila Keller G2G6 Mach 1 (17.9k points)
+10 votes
My condolences, Jillaine.
by Nan Starjak G2G6 Pilot (376k points)
+10 votes
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am glad you were able to be there for her and to hear the stories.
by Michelle Enke G2G6 Pilot (407k points)
+10 votes
My most sincere sympathy and all my love to you, my dearest lady.
by Eddie King G2G6 Pilot (686k points)
+9 votes
My deepest condolences Jillaine. She was a very lovely lady.
by Dallace Moore G2G6 Pilot (154k points)
+9 votes
Deepest sympathy, Jillaine. Your Mom was a lovely lady and I know she will be missed by you and your family. Thank you for sharing.
by Virginia Fields G2G Astronaut (1.2m points)
+9 votes
So very sorry for you and your families loss.
by Carol Wilder G2G6 Mach 7 (71.7k points)
+10 votes
I don't know if this helps, but I lost my Mom in 2000. I was 52 at the time.

She was 83, just one month before her 84th birthday. I remember two thoughts that dominated my thinking at that time. Oh my god, who am I going to call when I get in trouble? And, Oh my god, my kids are looking at me like that.

It's funny how, no matter how old you are, your parents are always Mom and Dad, and you think of them that way, even though you haven't been a child needing their protection in a very long time.
by Paul Schmehl G2G6 Pilot (147k points)
This is great, Paul, thanks.

My siblings noticed that when I refer to my Dad it was "dad" but when i spoke directly to him, I called him "daddy."

I'm 62.
+7 votes
Deepest sympathy.
by Ellen Curnes G2G6 Mach 8 (83.5k points)
+7 votes
I feel your pain.  Sorry for your loss :(
by Ros Haywood G2G Astronaut (1.9m points)
+7 votes
I'm sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.

Many blessings,

Carol
by Carol Sterling G2G6 Mach 1 (19.5k points)
+7 votes
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
by Kay Knight G2G6 Pilot (590k points)
+7 votes
So sorry for your loss.
by Teresa Davis G2G6 Mach 6 (61.5k points)
+7 votes
I am so sorry for your loss, Jillaine. Even when it's expected, it's difficult to finally say goodbye. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
by Joyce Rivette G2G6 Pilot (177k points)
+4 votes
Hello Jillaine, Please accept my sincere condolences on the death of your mom. I am so terribly sorry. It is very heartening to know that you had the support of your loving family and a hospice team, who become like family and these very pivotal transitions. Please know that you are in my thoughts and healing intentions.
by Carol Baldwin G2G Astronaut (1.1m points)
+4 votes
So sorry for your loss.  You look like her.  You and the family are in my prayers.
by Kitty Smith G2G6 Pilot (634k points)

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