Wednesday, July 3, 2013

In Loving Memory

In Loving Memory


Phylis M. Swanson
October 18, 1924 - June 30, 2013

I thought of you with love today,
But that was nothing new.

I thought of you yesterday,
And will tomorrow, too.

So many precious memories,
Are stained with a million tears.

Oh, how I wish that God would have
Saved you for a few more years.

To your resting place I travel,
The flowers placed with care.

No one knows the heartache, 
As I turn to leave you there.

Your memory to me is a keepsake,
From which I will never part.

God may have you in His keeping,
But I will always have you in  my heart.

~Author Unknown~

Rest in peace, Mom. I will miss you forever.
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36 comments:

  1. So sorry for your loss Carla. May He provide all of the peace and comfort you need.

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  2. Beautiful - both the photo and the words. Thinking of you at this difficult time Carla.

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  3. Oh what a beautiful tribute to your mother! It made me cry! I hope you find peace and comfort in all of the loving memories of your mom - sending prayers your way!

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  4. Oh Carla, I am so very sorry about your Mom. What a beautiful memorial to her and what a gorgeous picture of her. I know she will be missed.
    Sending you hugs, love and prayers.
    Patti

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  5. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. The poem is such a loving tribute to her life. Prayers for you and your family. ~Big Hugs, Cheryl

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  6. Carla, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mother. What a gorgeous poem and tribute to her. Sending prayers and loving thoughts for you and your family during this difficult time. Many hugs, Lisa

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  7. Carla, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. As you said, she is always with you, in your heart. I hope your sadness soon eases and you can remember her with fondness and love. Sending you a cyber hug, Donna xx

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  8. Carla, what a sad time for you. I'm sure you have wonderful memories to see you through your sorrow. She was a beautiful lady. Sending prayers and a big hug.

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  9. So sorry about your Mom Carla. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts.

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  10. A beautiful tribute to your mom. Sending you our deepest sympathies.

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  11. Beautiful, Carla! I imagine your mother would love this. And my heart breaks for you, dear friend.
    Megahugs, Penny

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  12. So sorry for your loss, Carla. How odd I stumbled here.. just took my Mom to the doctor tonight.. she had irregular heartbeat during the day and got frightened.. and now we are going to the cardiologist on Friday... she is 83 and does have health issues but today I found myself looking at her and really understanding that I know the day is coming where I will be where you are now, saying goodbye, and that is so strange and so unthinkable to me. We are lucky to have our mothers in our lives for so long. So many of my friends have lost their mothers so long ago. That makes it harder I think because we are so used to having them there...Know I am sending prayers your way... xxx Ann Marie

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  13. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Carla! I just lost my Mom on 4-12-13. Only a few months ago. I'm still thinking at times things I'm going to tell her or looking at the phone thinking she called. But, I do have her with me in my heart for always. Treasure those precious memories. You poem is so lovely just as your Mother's photo is! Take good care! Sending warm hugsssss your way!:-)

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  14. Sending prayers and my deepest sympathy for your loss.
    ((Big hugs))

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  15. My thoughts and prayers are with you Carla in this said time!!
    XXX Heidy

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  16. So sorry for the loss of your mother Carla....
    Your poem says everything there is to say; it made my cry... sooo beautiful!!
    Take good care..

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  17. So sorry for your loss, Carla. Sending you a hug, my friend. Stay strong.
    hugs, Asha

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  18. Carla, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sending you virtual hugs. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Hugs, Jen xx
    Krafty Keepsakes

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  19. Carla your Mom is a beautiful woman. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

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  20. Such a beautiful poem about your Mom. Made me think of my Mother gone way to long--23 years-- and brought tears to my eyes. Sorry for your loss. Edna

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  21. Carla,
    Sending big hugs and loving thoughts. My Mom has been gone one shot year. We think of her often. I really does get easier. All the good memories help. Looking at your photos, I do believe you have her smile.
    hug,,,

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  22. Oh Carla - I am so sorry, I did not know. What a beautiful picture of your Mother and a beautiful tribute too. Oh dear heart - I know the pain is still so fresh - my heart goes with you.
    Sandy

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  23. I'm so sorry for your loss, Carla. My thoughts are with you during this painful time.
    Big Massive Hugz,
    Cathy Lee

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  24. This is the loveliest of poems and I hope it gives you comfort. I lost a dear friend this spring so it touched my heart too. So sorry, there is nothing like loosing your mother.

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  25. What a beautiful meaningful poem. I feel every line of it, so beautiful. I hope it gives you some comfort and peace. I miss my Mom so much, guess we always will. Praying for you.

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  26. Carla, I loved your poem and for anyone who has lost a parent it means so much...Your Mother is beautiful and will always be in your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you...Hugs, joann

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  27. So very sorry for your loss Carla. I can't begin to imagine what you are feeling right now, but I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sending big hugs!

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  28. I am so sorry for your loss! Saying prayers for you and your family!

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  29. Carla, I am sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories of your time with your mother comfort you in your sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you. The poem and picture were a lovely tribute.

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  30. What a beautiful tribute to your mother. You are in my prayers.
    Paulette

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  31. Really sorry for your loss, Carla. Beautiful photo of your dear Mom, and your tribute moved me to tears. Thoughts and prayers are with you. ((HUGS))

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  32. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Carla, I'm keeping you in my thoughts. I'm sure your mother would love the photo and poem!

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  33. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope your good memories can sustain you during the next weeks and months.

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  34. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

    Sending hugs and peaceful vibes.

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  35. So sorry to hear you lost your mom. Peace and blessings to you and your family. Hugs, Deb

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