It
is the 5th anniversary of my blog! Can you believe it? I remember
when I first posted, dedicating this blog to my mother on the 40th anniversary of her death. I blogged daily! Now I'm lucky to blog monthly. I'm not sure what happened... life got super-dooper busy.
Did
I mention Mom died on a Friday the 13th and today is Friday the 13th – the 45th anniversary of her death?
I
suppose it can be kind of strange to celebrate the anniversary of someone’s
death, but her death did so much for me in so many ways. Writing to her, the
way I started this blog, helped me to get out of my shell and expose myself as
a writer. I remember how petrified I was. With that came publication. And joining a critique group. That was even more petrifying. However, friendships have formed and I just LOVE those gals! They've been the best thing for my writing soul. And then I thought I might be performing my story about my mother, for Listen To Your Mother, but I didn't make it. And it's really okay. I've been to the first two shows and they were fabulous. I am going to this year's show, which will take place Saturday, May 9th. There are two
shows—tickets on sale now. You might want to check it out.
Each
step has brought me to another step to another part of my life that I’m
incredibly grateful for…
So
Mom, although you’ve been gone for 45 years now, thank you for all that you
have done and continue to do as you journey on.
I love the idea that you turned around something so tragic and made it into something so positive. And that it echoes still. Amazing.
ReplyDeleteYou have such a bright and positive outlook on everything. I am so happy you blog. My dad was born on this day, so this date is significant to me also. Happy memories, Lynn.
ReplyDeleteSomewhere from above your Mama is beaming love on you right now. Not only did your blogging help you, but it has enriched the lives of those you've touched---and I'm one of those lucky ones. So I guess I owe a thanks to your mother, too. :)
ReplyDeleteI did not realize it was Friday the 13th until I read here today. Nice you remember your mother so strongly and gratefully. It is good to take this date and register it with remembrance because obviously you have moved on and aren't stuck or hindered by the event. That can be an example for others facing the same.
ReplyDeleteHappy blogaversary, Lynn. It's amazing how a significant event can shape or change a life. I'm sure your mom is looking down on you with pride.
ReplyDeletePat
Critter Alley
You are such a loyal daughter. And a crackerjack writer, too!
ReplyDeleteLynn--Thanks for the link. I read your first post. The photo is lovely. It may be me, but I think you take after your mom.
ReplyDeleteThanks. This makes me wonder how much I've missed in the earlier years of your blog, before I met you...
Happy blogaversary! I too have severely lessened the number of posts I write - and I think we need to change that. I read your original post - how hard it must have been for you and your family to lose your mom so young.
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