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Sunday, February 08, 2026

Remembering Mom ...

Hi everyone.  Today's post is dedicated to my caring, compassionate, sweet Mom who passed away six days ago, just a few days shy of her 97th birthday.  She was an amazing person, loved by all who knew her.  She lived a very long life, dedicating it to her family (husband, three children, six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren).  She was always willing to lend a hand to those in need.  After retirement, Mom volunteered for over 15 years at Meals on Wheels and Grocery Shopping for Seniors, at a time when she herself, was a senior.  

Mom spent a lot of time in her garden.  It was her passion to grow flowers and she passed along her love of gardening to me.  Nowadays, most of the flowers I tend are on my cards.  Today is a tribute to her, with a pretty floral card, that I know she would have loved.

Below I'm sharing a few photos of my Mom; a portait taken when she was twenty, a photo of the two of us at a family dinner, and a birthday photo taken 10 years ago.

She was beautiful inside and out.  I will miss her dearly.

Mom ...
1949

Mom & Me - 2009

Mom's 87th Birthday - 2016
You brought light to so many.  Rest now, my sweet Mom ...

Love you always,


28 comments:

  1. So sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mom. 🙏🏼💕

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  2. Loll, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Almost 97! Amazing, and she is so beautiful, you look like your Mother. Peace and comfort to you..

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  3. Loll, I am so very sorry to hear that you've lost your sweet mom... your tribute to her is just lovely, as is your card.
    xx

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  4. So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. It sounds as if she did have a long and full life. I am glad you have so many memories of her. Your beautiful card is a fabulous tribute to your mom. Those roses are beautiful.

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  5. Oh Loll, I am so sorry to hear this. I know how close you were to your Mum. Wasn't she beautiful? And you look very alike. Thanks for sharing the pictures. What a wonderful long and special life she had. I think your flower card tribute is just fantastic xx

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  6. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you all the strength you need this difficult period. Cherish those fond memories!

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  7. Loll, condolences on the passing of your Mom.. and that is a beautiful card in her honor.. gail in Penticton

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  8. Sending sympathy & prayers for your loss. No matter how old we are we still need our Mother. Mine has been gone since 1974 & I miss her still.

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  9. Loll, I'm so sorry. Your Mom lived a long and good life with a beautiful soul, but that doesn't make it any easier to say goodbye. My heart hurts for you. Thank you for sharing this lovely tribute with her photos and your gorgeous card which I know she would have loved. Sending gentle hugs.

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  10. I am so sorry, my dear Loll.
    with love,
    BożenA

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  11. Sorry for your loss.

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  12. Loll I am so sorry to hear that you lost your Mother, my heart goes out to you, Gord and the boys. I know she will be in your heart and memories for ever xx

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  13. I'm so sorry for your loss, Loll! Your mom does look amazing ing and beautiful, and you can definitely tell your resemblance. You've also created a beautiful card in her honor!

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  14. I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing, Loll. She was the same age as my Mom when I lost her 10 years ago. Your beautiful card is a loving tribute to her and her love of flowers. Holding you in my thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow.

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  15. Oh, Lolly. My heart breaks for you sweet friend. Your card is a special tribute as beautiful as your Mom was! Thanks for sharing the photos! What a lovely lady and you definitely take after her. Prayers for comfort.

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  16. So sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away, Loll. It sounds like she was an amazing person who left this world a better place. Your card is beautiful, a lovely tribute to your Mom. Thinking of you and your family.
    Liz xx

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  17. Loll, I'm so sorry the see this. Sending you my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. Your card is as lovely as the photos of your sweet mom.

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  18. Oh Loll...I'm so sorry to read about your mom's passing! Even though she lived a long life, it's never easy to say goodbye to someone we love so much! My heart breaks for you and I am definitely sending lots of prayers and hugs to you! I loved the pictures you shared...especially the one of both of you together! The resemblance is so striking!! And your card is absolutely GORGEOUS!! Take care my friend!! Hugs. :0)

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  19. What a lovely tribute to your dear Mom xxx

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  20. My heartfelt thoughts and sympathy goes out to you Loll, your Mom, and you are so alike. You've made a beautiful card in her memory and a beautiful tribute to a wonderful lady, who I'm sure made an impression on so many people who will miss her. Hugs x

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  21. So sorry to hear of your mum's passing Loll. My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. A beautiful card to remember her by.

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  22. Loll, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's death. What a remarkable woman she was, and what a huge loss it is after so many years together! Your tribute and card are wonderful.

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  23. A truly lovely tribute to your mother. She was amazing & inspiring, & I know she will be missed. It sounds like she made a difference in many lives, as do you. May God give you peace in your loss.

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  24. I'm so sorry to hear this news about your mother. I love that early picture of her and so glad you have it. I know those memories will live on in your heart.

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  25. Beautiful tribute to your mom, Loll! I'm sorry for your loss. Hugs, Sue N

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  26. Oh Loll, I'm so sorry to hear this, I know how close you were. Such a beautiful card to remember her by, and a lovely collection of photos ...... you look so much like her xx

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  27. What a lovely tribute to your mom, Loll! I love the photos of her - how wonderful to have one from 1949! And the fabulous one of the two of you - there is a great resemblance between the two of you. The card you made is beautiful - how perfect with the flowers and the touching sentiment. My heartfelt condolences.

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  28. I love seeing all the love for you, Lolly, as we all send our condolences for the loss of your sweet Mom. You wrote a beautiful tribute to her and the photos are wonderful. I especially love the one of the two of you together. There was another one of her that you posted and I will never forget ... it was her and Jessie and he was tickling her neck. She was just the cutest! Lots of love, Dolly

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