We're well into the first month,
Of the first year without Mom around.

Not a day goes by that I don't think about her,
But life is sort of moving on.

Oh how I still miss her though.  Even as I look at her photograph,
A rush of emotions still hits me at times, as I can't believe she is gone.

It all seemed to happen so fast, once the cancer began to spread.
Now I am left with the memories, cherished memories.

Now as I feel the pain of losing her, the pain is different,
From the raw pain I felt as I went through those final days with her.

I am glad I took the time to write about this whole experience.
I never want to forget this experience and the tremendous blessing it was
To be with Mom in her final months and days, to be there for her,
Just as she had been there for me so many times throughout my life.

My words all feel so inadequate, to express my gratitude for my
Precious Mother and Father.  They were two wonderful human beings.
The world was a better place because of their having been here.

As I enter this new year, and look back on all that I've experienced and learned,
My only suggestion to you is this: 

If you have someone in your life whom you love dearly,
Make sure you tell them and show them your love.

Don't take life granted.

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