Sunday, February 26, 2012

Happy 95th Birthday Mom!

Dear Mom,

Happy Birthday! You would have been 95! That seems crazy.

One thing I can’t recall is celebrating any of your birthdays. Either I have a terrible memory or you let your birthday’s go unnoticed. It makes me feel a little sad, like did I even wish you a happy birthday? Did I make you a silly card? I’d like to think that I did, but I have no recollection. I don’t remember having cake or singing to you. Did you just blow off your birthday as if it was just another day, and didn’t want to make a fuss? I can see you doing that, but I wonder whether deep down you wished for some kind of tah-do. Don’t we all like to be recognized, even if it’s just a card?

Well I’m here to tell you, if you were alive, I’d craft you a home-made card. Maybe even try my hand at writing you a poem. I would tell you how much I love you and how grateful I am for all the things you’ve done for me. I’d get a little party hat and put it on your head and maybe even give you one of those little blower whistler things. I’d bake you your favorite cake—egads, I don’t even know what kind is your favorite. I’d probably try and find the latest style for someone your age as I remember your sister Electa telling me that when you were younger, you always wanted to be the first one wearing the latest fashion. I find that funny because I’m totally the opposite. I’d sing in my off key voice wishing you the happiest of birthdays.

No doubt, I’d do a lot of things if you were alive.

So here’s hoping, wherever you are, you’re celebrating like no other.

With much love.

11 comments:

  1. What a lovely salute to your mom, Lynn.

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  2. Ahhh, Lynn, you made me tear up. You are so kind hearted and sweet.

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  3. Lynn, this is so moving. She didn't need a card. She got this blog and so many wonderful letters! No question she is smiling at you.

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  4. Thanks Sioux, Linda, and Tammy - you all are way too sweet.

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  5. A lovely tribute to your mom and, as you know, one I relate to, especially this week. Your mom probably wouldn't care about the cake, but she's somewhere smiling at all the love in your heart.

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  6. Lynn, I am sure that your Mom is just beaming at this birthday post! You are the best daughter.

    Hugs,

    Kathy

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  7. Lynn - what every one else has said, and more. Love your letters and tributes to your family. They certainly cause me to re-evaluate my relationships with some of my family members.

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  8. Lisa, Kathy and Jess - you too are all way so sweet. Thank you.

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  9. I'm quite sure your mom is watching over you and no doubt has heard your birthday wishes for her.

    Pat
    Critter Alley

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