Here it is Tuesday, and I have no Ruby Tuesday photos to share this week.
I am feeling much better, not 100%, but about 85% better.
In other news, my move is pushed up. I am actually moving beginning Wednesday November 11th, and not in December. It was easier for all involved, mainly those who are physically helping me, in the fact that due to the Veteran’s Day holiday next week, they would have to take less time off work to help me with the drive to CA.
Veteran’s Day is a bittersweet day for me. My father was a WWII Veteran, but more importantly…my dearest mommy (yes, you read right…mommy), died on Veteran’s Day. It will be five years since her passing, on the day I leave for CA…where she died and breathed her last breath.
I miss her more than I can articulate, and think of her every day. The memories of her linger…and sometimes I can almost smell her scent on certain items I have of hers. She will especially be on my mind when I leave for CA next Wednesday.
I am excited about moving there…excited about seeing my daughter, son-in-law, my Emily and Logan…two grandbabes, my brother, nephews and friends.
It is a time of transition and new beginnings that I look forward to.
I find that the memory of the people who were dearest to us stay with us for ever.
All the best for this new page in your life.
By: ilanadavita on November 3, 2009
at 3:40 pm
Ilana, thank you. I’m looking forward to the new page.
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 3:58 pm
I can understand missing your mom. My mother’s yahrzeit was the day before my son’s bar-mitzvah; I had no time to reflect this year. But no, I’m wrong, I did write a few posts… And then my cousin said a few words about her at the bar-mitzvah, which made my daughter say, I wish I had met Savta (she’s named for my mother).
If you have some pictures of your mom, I would welcome seeing them on your blog. What was her favorite thing to do? To eat? To say? Was she like you or different?
Feel good. Get fresh air. Drink soup. Take care.
By: Leora on November 3, 2009
at 4:53 pm
I remember when your mother’s Yahrzeit was. And, I read your posts, and commented on them. They were so touching, so filled with the same feelings that I feel for my mother, and how much you miss her, as I do my mommy.
Thank you…I leave tomorrow…such excitement in the air.
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 3:57 pm
Trivia, she calls it. Ha!
Quite a step you are taking there, dear JW, and I understand how you feel about it. The infamous two sides of the coin, isn’t it?
But, the side you have chosen now is filled with Light and Love and Laughter, I’m sure. The other side will always be there, in your soul, your memories, just as your parents will always be there even if they are gone.
New beginnings … may they take you ‘home’.
Take care, please.
By: Deborah Rey on November 4, 2009
at 5:31 am
Deborah: Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Take care, be well.
Hugs, love and shalom.
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 3:54 pm
Happy journeys, Can’t wait to hear about your travels, and see your beautiful pictures when you are hooked up again. Till then be safe and happy journeys.
Susan at Carolina Gal’s Literary Cafe
Myrtle Beach, SC
By: Susan on November 4, 2009
at 8:25 pm
Thank you, Susan. It’s almost here, and I am so looking forward to it.
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 3:53 pm
Firstly I hope your move will go smoothly and I wish you good luck. I do know moving is not that easy and can be irritating but do not let that get to you. Secondly it is good that the memory of your mother is sweet one and as long as you continue remembering her she is alive in your heart. I believe that we are alive as long as we are remembered. Take care.x
By: carra on November 5, 2009
at 5:03 am
Carra: Thank you so much. I feel the same way you do about life and remembering. xoxo
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 4:38 pm
Only 6 days until your move – how fabulous! I hope it all goes really, really well.
By: rachel on November 5, 2009
at 8:57 am
Thanks, Rachel. I am beside myself with excitement. xo
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 3:48 pm
Best wishes for your move tomorrow!
By: ilanadavita on November 10, 2009
at 3:59 pm
Thank you, Ilana. Your thoughts mean a lot.
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 4:35 pm
G-d Speed, dear JW. We’ll all be thinking of you, I’m sure.
By: Deborah Rey on November 10, 2009
at 4:01 pm
Thank you, Deborah…it means a lot to hear from you. <3
By: jewwishes on November 10, 2009
at 4:34 pm