tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post7855139201631260821..comments2024-03-27T09:49:13.188-04:00Comments on Content in a Cottage: Losing My MotherContent in a Cottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-57220008491502326062012-12-17T13:37:51.503-05:002012-12-17T13:37:51.503-05:00Thank you so much for taking us along with you, an...Thank you so much for taking us along with you, and sharing your final ride with your mother. How sweet, and poignant. I'm sending hugs for you.Connie in Hartwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-54772166082541467442012-12-13T07:29:12.622-05:002012-12-13T07:29:12.622-05:00Rosemary,
I love you blog but rarely write. I rea...Rosemary,<br /><br />I love you blog but rarely write. I read your earlier post about your mother's death and now this one.<br /><br />Please know my thoughts are with especially as this is holiday time and already a sensitive and poignant time of the year (dark and quiet and sometimes sad and lonely).<br /><br />Am sending you warm wishes and many many thanks for the beautiful images and pithy sayings you share.<br /><br />N from VaN from Vanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-64378694735553621602012-12-12T23:11:26.073-05:002012-12-12T23:11:26.073-05:00I'm just reading this now, Rosemary. I'd l...I'm just reading this now, Rosemary. I'd like to add my belated condolences to you and your family. It sounds as if your mom would have been pleased with everything you did, the care you took. It's never easy losing your mom even if we aren't quite young anymore. No matter what it always comes as a surprise.<br /><br />My mother too lost her own mother when she was very young and never really got over it.<br /><br />I lost my mother four years ago but I never got to the funeral. I was in the hospital getting a radical mastectomy. Needless to say, it was not an easy time for any of us. Four years later I still miss my mom every single day. Though she lived almost to 89 and I'm no spring chicken. <br /><br />God Bless you Rosemary and take care.<br /><br />Yvettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08919246184376538331noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-88210068529990733402012-12-12T23:10:01.632-05:002012-12-12T23:10:01.632-05:00What a beautiful way to honor your beloved mother....What a beautiful way to honor your beloved mother. Your words touched me deeply. I am truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Lorraine P.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-38877679204825803252012-12-11T12:56:58.126-05:002012-12-11T12:56:58.126-05:00I love the final kiss. So tender and precious and ...I love the final kiss. So tender and precious and perfect. Thank you for sharing this most poignant moment of your life with us. It is so hard to say goodbye to those we love so deeply. I believe there will be a glorious reunion ahead. Praying for comfort for you, dear Rosemary. Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14519140951660677172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-3710152293187855622012-12-10T17:47:38.324-05:002012-12-10T17:47:38.324-05:00So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing you...So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your last moments with your mother in such a personal way. Peace to you and sending up good thoughts into the Universe for both you and your mother. All the best.Jeffnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-86213361173879700692012-12-10T17:09:25.325-05:002012-12-10T17:09:25.325-05:00My deepest sympathy for your loss. Your mother mu...My deepest sympathy for your loss. Your mother must have known what a wonderful daughter she had and how much you will miss her. As with others, thank you for sharing this time and honoring your mother through the blog. I hope it helps with your grief, as it helps us to come to your cottage for a vision of a peaceful home. balsamfirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12347379810451503618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-3176426399287862962012-12-10T11:00:28.707-05:002012-12-10T11:00:28.707-05:00My heart goes out to you on the loss of your dear ...My heart goes out to you on the loss of your dear Mom. My closest friends just lost their own Mom yesterday at the age of 99. I feel lucky to still have mine with me although she is 2300 miles away and I miss her terribly. May you be blessed with all the wonderful memories you have of her and the sense of comfort that she will be with you always..Bless you Rosemary..Savannah Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05357121939021062851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-73758910617733268752012-12-10T10:10:39.584-05:002012-12-10T10:10:39.584-05:00I am so very for your loss - mothers are so very p...I am so very for your loss - mothers are so very precious and special. May she rest in peace for eternity.<br /><br />I've been a long time visitor to your blog, and I've told so many that it is simply the most beautiful on the internet. So many times you have truly brought me joy and made me smile when I really needed it most.ElizabethTemperancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16338988703694382969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-77278784935337971772012-12-10T06:55:23.169-05:002012-12-10T06:55:23.169-05:00Stopping by the Cottage has always been a bright s...Stopping by the Cottage has always been a bright spot and especially so when my Mother passed away 3 years ago. Your posts were always so timely to what I was needing. I sincerely hope we readers are a comfort for you. Exhale and take your time.You,Webster,and Tabitha deserve it.Pennynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-12919970081361949602012-12-10T06:43:51.695-05:002012-12-10T06:43:51.695-05:00Dear Rosemary,
You've given your Mom the best,...Dear Rosemary,<br />You've given your Mom the best, final gift which is a loving farewell from this earthly life. I am sure she loved you very much and treasured her final years with you and the critters in your beautiful cottage. Sincere condolences.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03522719175912561701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-45289683844143398512012-12-10T03:54:29.796-05:002012-12-10T03:54:29.796-05:00Others have said it already and I agree: we indeed...Others have said it already and I agree: we indeed feel honored to have taken this journey with you. And I hope it doesn't sound trite when I say I believe not a better goodbye could be had as the one you've given to your mother. When I go I hope it's done the way I want (like your mother) and done with the same level of attention, care and adoration. She is truly smiling. How can she not be?@coolgreenpines (Maria)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-86499872618610290782012-12-10T01:17:41.080-05:002012-12-10T01:17:41.080-05:00Dear Rosemary:
I lost my mother 18 months ago and ...Dear Rosemary:<br />I lost my mother 18 months ago and it is a pain unlike any other. I still want to call her and tell her funny things and send clippings from the paper that she would find interesting, etc. You will go through all of this and more, unfortunately with great pain. Then it becomes just another part of your life...and one that will always remind you of her and all that you shared and it will make you happy...really, it does! It is our human way of coping with such a loss and I do know that she is with my father and they are both in the arms of God. And I find great peace in that knowledge. Your mother has also been taken in the arms of God and I hope you can also find peace in that knowledge. <br /><br />You posts have moved me deeply and I thank you for your generous heart, cultivated by Anna, that has allowed you to share so much. Your beautiful words will help others that will inevitably suffer the same sad experience and guide them to a happier place. <br /><br />SusanSuSuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07577241153441712437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-89722288945873887372012-12-10T00:08:34.819-05:002012-12-10T00:08:34.819-05:00Thank you for sharing this with all of us. I'...Thank you for sharing this with all of us. I'm one of those who just stands around, wringing their hands, not knowing what to say. So forgive the mumbling. I wish I had the perfect words to ease your sorrow.Gail, in northern Californianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-74571830734141208822012-12-09T23:46:00.896-05:002012-12-09T23:46:00.896-05:00Rosemary,
I too lost a son at age 30 so I know you...Rosemary,<br />I too lost a son at age 30 so I know your Mothers pain. <br />How beautifully you cared for her and saw your duty through to the end. Rare these days.<br />Bless you and thanks for sharing with us.<br />SkyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-81314839377699113212012-12-09T22:24:35.233-05:002012-12-09T22:24:35.233-05:00Hello Rosemary,
don't comment your blog ofte...Hello Rosemary,<br /><br /> don't comment your blog often but I visit it from time to time.<br />I've just read this post and I have to say it really touched me.<br />I want to offer you my deepest condolences for the lost of you mother. What you did inspires me very much and I really think it is a nice way to say goodbye.<br /><br />Take care of you,<br />LouiseMoiCLouLouhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671856257997015479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-82338911945929865452012-12-09T22:24:33.442-05:002012-12-09T22:24:33.442-05:00Rosemary,
What a lovely memorial you set for your ...Rosemary,<br />What a lovely memorial you set for your mom. Every detail was thoughtful and I'm sure your mom is so appreciative.<br />Thank you for sharing your wonderful images and now your personal story. We may only be virtual friends but I feel happy to know you.<br />May you have a peaceful week.<br />KarenGarden, Home and Partyhttp://gardenhomeandparty.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-19055936831650416712012-12-09T22:04:31.448-05:002012-12-09T22:04:31.448-05:00What a truly beautiful 'Send Off' for Anna...What a truly beautiful 'Send Off' for Anna, simple & loving, just as she lived her life. All the treasures you tucked in with her were perfect Rosemary & your last kiss touched me deeply. This past weekend I have thought so much about losing my own precious Mum. I was only 32 & she a very young 64. Like your own Mum, we were both far too young to be parted from each other & I have missed her desperately. <br />I hope the week ahead offers you space to grieve & also to reflect on the future. Your blog is such a warm & welcoming place for so many visit, I hope you can continue to find it a haven for your wonderful creativity.<br />Millie xxMilliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15408461724832141163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-45727737127106687842012-12-09T21:56:49.099-05:002012-12-09T21:56:49.099-05:00So sorry it was time to say goodbye, yet know you ...So sorry it was time to say goodbye, yet know you are grateful she is not suffering. You were a loving daughter. Lost my dad who lived with us this year and have walked in similar circumstances. Thank you for providing cheer and distractions in many of my own difficult days and nights. Try to sleep its hard after being on constant call. Karennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-31490041665852058162012-12-09T21:52:13.809-05:002012-12-09T21:52:13.809-05:00I may be a virtual friend, but I shed genuine tear...I may be a virtual friend, but I shed genuine tears. Thanks you for sharing. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-59526588610628172252012-12-09T21:46:20.984-05:002012-12-09T21:46:20.984-05:00A huge lump In my throat. What a sweet sending. Yo...A huge lump In my throat. What a sweet sending. You are a wonderful daughter to your sweet mother. I love the kiss on her forehead. Sharon Hermenshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01586057066536181330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-40912508245585451262012-12-09T21:37:45.703-05:002012-12-09T21:37:45.703-05:00How blessed your beautiful mother was to have had ...How blessed your beautiful mother was to have had your tender, solicitous care;what a great comfort you must have been to her. I have been touched and moved by your courage, dignity, and grace in meeting this difficult challenge. You will remain in my thoughts, and I hope there will be abundant support and many blessings in your life to help ease your aching heart.<br />In deepest sympathy,<br />LindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-26757816434525029452012-12-09T21:32:05.353-05:002012-12-09T21:32:05.353-05:00I'm so very sorry.
You are a very special pe...I'm so very sorry. <br />You are a very special person. After all you're your mother's daughter. May special blessings follow you in the coming days. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-30575736543342592812012-12-09T20:47:37.093-05:002012-12-09T20:47:37.093-05:00It seems to me your mother had a very special bond...It seems to me your mother had a very special bond with both her children. It's going to take some time adjusting to the hole in your heart. It reminds me when my friend's sweet mother died the first thing she said to me was...I was so blessed to have her as my mother. Blessed indeed.<br /><br />I feel so sad hearing that your mother had to experience the loss of a child. Life is tough and beautiful.<br /><br />Peace,<br />KathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-36484362552513691992012-12-09T20:26:24.887-05:002012-12-09T20:26:24.887-05:00Dear Rosemary,
I am so sorry to learn of your mot...Dear Rosemary,<br /><br />I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know how much she loved you and you gave that love right back to your mother.<br /><br />Blessings, MaureenMaureen Sullivan Stemberg, Interiorshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17863067512591321458noreply@blogger.com