Little did I know that when I was creating this collage two days ago that my Mother quietly had passed away. She has been ill and it was not unexpected, but wow feelings (good and bad) do flood in and leave you a bit numb. I wanted to created some great collage using old photos of her and me when I was little but frankly it was just too hard. I thought that this beautiful image just about says it all and I overlayed a little of my Mom's handwriting from the back of some old photos.I think it will take some time to sort out my feelings. I will try to remember the good things ,the good times and the things we had in common and the things we didn't have in common sure made life interesting!
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Lori-so sorry about your mom. No matter how expected it is--you are never prepared for the actuality. This is a lovely tribute to her.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself during this time of grief. I believe she would want you to live and to make art and be happy.
ReplyDeleteLori - I am so sorry. Take your time for this, it is important and you are right to remember the good. Wishing you well and sending hugs.
ReplyDeleteDear Lori, It is so hard to lose your Mother and all sorts of memories can come up. They did with me. I'm so sorry for your loss, just take it one day at a time. The collage you've made for your Mum is so beautiful. I love how you've put her handwriting in it.
ReplyDeleteLove and Hugs
June xx
Oh Lori, I´m so sorry. This is so hard for you. all my thoughts are by you and your family.
ReplyDeleteYou´ve created a wonderful piece for your mother. Wonderful memorian.
A big hug for you my dear friend.
Lori, so sorry to hear about your loss.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful piece, great to use her handwriting.
Oh Lori, I'm so very sorry for your loss! It's such a hard thing to deal with, expected or not. I don't know if you believe in the scriptures, but I find such comfort in them. Rev 21:4 Your piece is beautiful! Take care my friend.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to learn this Lori - my father passed away four weeks ago so I sort of know some of those muddled feelings you're experiencing right now.
ReplyDeleteKeep on keeping on - I think that's all we can really do at such times :-)
Oh Lori I'm so sorry for your loss. But what a fitting tribute with this piece. Beautiful...
ReplyDeleteBig Hugs to you.....
Ah, Lori, such a sadness. It shows in your touching collage. Funny the way emotoions and inspitation just sometimes come unbidden and strange. You've made this a beautiful remembrance piece.
ReplyDeleteoh Lori, I'm sorry to hear about your mum's passing...My thoughts are with you and your family....This piece is so meaningful....like the other of your beautiful collage....Take Care....warm hugs, Steph
ReplyDeleteLori, I'm so sorry that you have lost your mom. It's been almost 3 years since I lost my mom and I haven't been able to tackle the memory piece I want to do for her. I even saved her last little grocery list that had the things she usually bought on it to use in a collage. Your memory piece is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLori, please know that you're in my thoughts, heart and prayers. Only time will help sort out everything that you're feeling today, but take comfort in knowing that so many people care about you. Many blessings, Terri xoxo
ReplyDeleteOh Lori, I am so sorry to hear about your mom passing away. I think your art is wonderful especially because you have her handwriting in it. Very special. (Mothers definitely have their handwriting on us in one way or another.) They say time heals all, but I think time just gives us peace. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteLori, I'm so very sorry about your Mom. I'm thinking about you and wishing you strength at such a difficult time. I hope your beautiful art can be a comfort to you, and eventually a way of working out all the feelings and memories that flood in at times like these.
ReplyDeleteDeat Lori, my heart goes out to you today, I am so sorry. I think this image for remembrance is every so beautiful, something you will be able to cherish and such a wonderful thing to do.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you my friend. xxxx
So sorry to hear about your sad news, my thoughts are with you. You art is stunning and I love love the wings. Tracy Evans x x
ReplyDeleteYou will be in my thoughts Lori. As someone else has said, just take your time.
ReplyDeleteBut on the brighter side your piece is totally fabulous. Hugs Annette x
Dear Lori, it is so hard to lose your Mother and I am so sorry for your loss. You are right to celebrate her memory by looking at the good times and may you get great solace from it. You are in my thoughts my friend.
ReplyDeleteI will add my name to the list who are so sorry for you losing your Mother. Both of my parents are still alive. My father 82, my mother 81. It's so difficult seeing the ones we love fade away knowing they will soon pass away. I personally believe in the Bible's hope of a resurrection, and at least that can give us some comfort during these times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteLori, My heart and thoughts go out to you, my friend. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Yes, all kinds of thoughts and emotions run through you at this time, I know. Take comfort in your art and with your friends and family. Yes, you do find comfort in such things as their writing. I know I did with my mother's things... I am here if you need to talk. My thoughts and prayers are with you, as well. Big hug!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Lori. Warm hugs... and wishing much love and light to you and your loved ones during this time... and my thoughts are with you in heart and spirit!
ReplyDeleteVictoria~
I was shocked when I read that your mom had died. I am very sorry for your loss. I can feel all those emotions flooding into your post. The memories, both good and unique, will last forever, but the pain will subside with time. What a lovely tribute to your mother.
ReplyDeleteThis piece is beautiful Lori! I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. My prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteLori, so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope that beautiful memories will help soothe the pain
ReplyDeleteLori, combien je suis désolée pour vous , c'est si difficile de perdre les personnes qu'on aime , et lorsque ce sont les parents qui nous quittent c'est une page de l'nfance qui se tourne.
ReplyDeleteLa création que vous avez faite est très belle comme toujours.
Beaucoup de courage pour passer ces jours difficiles.
Recevez toutes mes condoléances avec mon amitié Lori.
Mary.KG
She will be missed and loved from afar. This is a very personal journey, your memories will at first be both beautiful and painful, but eventually they will give you great peace. My heart aches for your loss.
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