(Mom in Miami, 1960)

To all the mothers out there, the very best wishes for a day filled with little luxuries, and the adoration of your children. Perhaps brunch? Certainly a respite from the cares of raising the next generation.

Mom has been gone now since January of 2012. That first Mother’s Day without her was all still too raw, and the joint funeral with Dad still incomplete. I think last year the realization that there was no one to call finally penetrated to my consciousness. I had thought about cards before dismissing the idea. The Sunday finally came and went, leaving me feeling empty and a little lost.

I wondered if it would be easier this year, and I have to say it is not.

I keep wanting to reach for the phone to call her and wish her the best for the day. I think toll charges will apply.

For those who still have the woman who gave the birth alive and well in this world, make sure you call, or better, go see her and give thanks for the ability to do so.

Copyright 2014 Vic Socotra
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