Kate, I hope at some time you consider sharing the near death experience. Please believe that, at least, one of your readers has had one as well.
With your story, you have shared your mom with all of us. I feel like I know her, just a little bit. That is a wonderful gift to give to both your readers and your mom. We now have "memories" of her as well.
Everyone on my mother's side of the family sees people after they depart. They're Sicilian. I'm included in this. My mom's mom passed away earlier this year, and she's visited me and many others, but not my mom, and it is driving my other nuts. I keep telling her, "this is grandma's way to tell you to stop looking around and look in front of you — to see all that you still have."
Thank you Kate. I always enjoy reading your posts, you are so relatable. I was with both of my parents when they died. My dad had had a stroke and was at a recovery center. He was ready to move on, and he has never reappeared. My mom lived with me for the last 3 years of her life. She was in so much pain but wanted to meet her next grandchild, she died in March and he was born in July. After she died, she came to see me twice. The first time was scary as she kept turning the tv on, 3 times! The 3rd time, I told her she was scaring me and it didn’t happen again.
The next time it happened, I was sleeping. I could feel her on the edge of my bed. She was waking me up. She was young and beautiful, she told me to quit being so sad and not to worry. She said she was so happy, was no longer in any pain and she was swinging on a swing. That morning I saw a hummingbird. A hummingbird appears often when we need her or we are all together. A hummingbird was there the day her last grandson was born. Every time we see a hummingbird we say that mom is here with us.
What a poignant story, Kate! I really enjoyed reading it and learning more about you and your family. The story of the fallen bed was so funny. And that photo of you playing piano as a little girl is precious. How cool that you got to make beautiful music side by side with your mom.
My mother just passed away before Thanksgiving. My daughter is now a piano teacher. Reading your beautifully written tribute has been a gift to me on many levels. I have had the pleasure of baking a pie in your kitchen and currently enjoy being a recipient of your wonderful articles, recipes and cookbooks. You are truly an amazing person. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. All life’s best in the New Year.
Kate, I lost a beloved friend and family member in a horrific car accident just before Christmas. She, too, has “visited” me to tell me to move on with my life. It’s comforting to know you experienced the same thing. Thanks for sharing. 🙏
I am remembering stories we shared about our moms. And when your mom died. And your playing piano, of course. Thank you for reminding me of your journey. So lovely to walk this path with you. 💕
Kate, a great post. Thank you for sharing some of your family life...and tales of your aches and pains...It is good to know that we are not alone in this thing called aging. But I am very grateful to have these years...aches and pains and all. Thank you.
Such a beautiful and poignant remembrance honoring your mother. ❤️ 🎹 And grace in accepting our aging joints. A delight to be alive even if creaky- our packaging is just slightly more rumpled than it used to be! xoxo
Kate ~ such a touching and beautiful resentence of your mom.❤️.
I feel the very same about All Creatures Great And Small!!! You truly do have a smile on your face the entire time!!! I adore it.
Kate, I hope at some time you consider sharing the near death experience. Please believe that, at least, one of your readers has had one as well.
With your story, you have shared your mom with all of us. I feel like I know her, just a little bit. That is a wonderful gift to give to both your readers and your mom. We now have "memories" of her as well.
Beautiful, touching, poignant. I loved seeing little Kate at the piano. 💫
So lovely- it brought back experiences of my own
Lots of good wishes to you for a wonderful New Year!
Everyone on my mother's side of the family sees people after they depart. They're Sicilian. I'm included in this. My mom's mom passed away earlier this year, and she's visited me and many others, but not my mom, and it is driving my other nuts. I keep telling her, "this is grandma's way to tell you to stop looking around and look in front of you — to see all that you still have."
Loved this essay.
Thank you Kate. I always enjoy reading your posts, you are so relatable. I was with both of my parents when they died. My dad had had a stroke and was at a recovery center. He was ready to move on, and he has never reappeared. My mom lived with me for the last 3 years of her life. She was in so much pain but wanted to meet her next grandchild, she died in March and he was born in July. After she died, she came to see me twice. The first time was scary as she kept turning the tv on, 3 times! The 3rd time, I told her she was scaring me and it didn’t happen again.
The next time it happened, I was sleeping. I could feel her on the edge of my bed. She was waking me up. She was young and beautiful, she told me to quit being so sad and not to worry. She said she was so happy, was no longer in any pain and she was swinging on a swing. That morning I saw a hummingbird. A hummingbird appears often when we need her or we are all together. A hummingbird was there the day her last grandson was born. Every time we see a hummingbird we say that mom is here with us.
you, a woman of many skills, including story telling. lovely and precious, the story and the pictures
Three cheers to the vets of Yorkshire.
I love the show too.
Rick
What a poignant story, Kate! I really enjoyed reading it and learning more about you and your family. The story of the fallen bed was so funny. And that photo of you playing piano as a little girl is precious. How cool that you got to make beautiful music side by side with your mom.
Dear Kate,
My mother just passed away before Thanksgiving. My daughter is now a piano teacher. Reading your beautifully written tribute has been a gift to me on many levels. I have had the pleasure of baking a pie in your kitchen and currently enjoy being a recipient of your wonderful articles, recipes and cookbooks. You are truly an amazing person. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. All life’s best in the New Year.
Love, Sue xo
Kate, I lost a beloved friend and family member in a horrific car accident just before Christmas. She, too, has “visited” me to tell me to move on with my life. It’s comforting to know you experienced the same thing. Thanks for sharing. 🙏
I am remembering stories we shared about our moms. And when your mom died. And your playing piano, of course. Thank you for reminding me of your journey. So lovely to walk this path with you. 💕
Kate, a great post. Thank you for sharing some of your family life...and tales of your aches and pains...It is good to know that we are not alone in this thing called aging. But I am very grateful to have these years...aches and pains and all. Thank you.
Dear Kate, just what I needed to read today. Ellen
Such a beautiful and poignant remembrance honoring your mother. ❤️ 🎹 And grace in accepting our aging joints. A delight to be alive even if creaky- our packaging is just slightly more rumpled than it used to be! xoxo