Mom passed away peacefully at home on Sunday afternoon. I will always be grateful for how peaceful her passing was. Mom had been sleeping most of the day, but opened her eyes for a brief period. This gave us all a chance to speak to her. She took one deep breath of air and crossed over to the other side.
We finalized funeral plans this morning. We didn't go overboard as mom always said: "If y'all are gonna make a big fuss about me, do it while I'm still alive."
Over the last couple of days at mom and dad's house, we were able to take some time and look at a lot of old photographs. Some brought back memories that were fresh in my mind. Others brought back old memories that would have been lost if not for that particular photo. Looking thru those old photos with my sister was a good reminder to both of us that we were blessed with a beautiful and caring mother.
I am grieving and heart-broken. I am also thankful and blessed. The years I had with mom were a blessing. She will live on through us until our dying days.