Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Because of Her


Because of her, I wake her up with, "Good morning, my beautiful first grader!"

Because of her, I bought flowers and wrote a sweet card.

Because of her, I walk slowly by the classroom, just one more time.


Because of her, I make chocolate chip cookies to welcome home my sweet first grader.


Because of her, I lick the spatula clean.

Because of her, I wrap some up for her grandsons, whose mom can't stay home and make cookies, but who wishes she could still have some for them.

Because of her, I celebrate the little accomplishments in life just a little bit more.

I wish she were here to see her only granddaughter in first grade, or to call and say, "Happy first day of school!!", but in so many ways, she's still here.

Linking up with Tuesdays Unwrapped, because these moments are too dear to not celebrate with others.

tuesdays unwrapped at cats

Also linking up with Simple Pleasures.


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22 comments:

  1. AmyAugust 25, 2010 at 5:19 PM

    This is beautiful! So many things I do are a direct reflection of my childhood.

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  2. KariAugust 25, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    So sweet.

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  3. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysAugust 25, 2010 at 6:15 PM

    Lovely post. Heartfelt and poignant.

    I'd love to have you link up with my Simple Pleasures series some Thursday. I like your style.

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  4. CarolAugust 25, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    I love this post, Melissa.

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  5. SusanAugust 25, 2010 at 10:32 PM

    We are never truly apart from our loved ones who go to the other side of life. They are with us in our hearts, minds, memories, photos, laughter, and tears. Very nice post. Susan

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  6. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresAugust 25, 2010 at 10:45 PM

    A lovely way for your first grader to start off the school year and for you to honor memories of your mom. Best wishes, Tammy

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  7. Mevely317August 25, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    My eyeballs are swimming! I've a hunch your mom is smiling and nodding.

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  8. GayleAugust 25, 2010 at 11:30 PM

    Sweet, touching post.

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  9. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysAugust 25, 2010 at 11:46 PM

    Thanks for linking up, Melissa. I hope to see you often.

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  10. DebbieAugust 26, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    I am crying.
    That is honestly all that I can think to write.
    God bless you.

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  11. Joan HallAugust 26, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    This is so touching! I have tears in my eyes as I write this.

    Blessings,
    Joan

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  12. CindyAugust 26, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Such a sweet and touching post. Thanks for sharing!
    Hugs,

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  13. JennieAugust 26, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    I'm in tears again, as I've been remembering someone very special today as well. This is a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing! (And here's a hug!)

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  14. Nikki (Sarah)August 26, 2010 at 7:27 PM

    our kids do bring out the best in us....nice photos.

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  15. UnknownAugust 26, 2010 at 7:32 PM

    oh, Melissa.
    I needed this today, thank you.

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  16. dee deeAugust 27, 2010 at 9:24 PM

    Oh what a beautiful post!
    Simply beautiful and loving!
    Dee Dee

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  17. kellyAugust 30, 2010 at 10:12 AM

    oh here come the tears. mama beth would be so proud of her beautiful daughters and grandchildren. you honor her legacy so well.

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  18. Kathleen@so much to say, so little timeAugust 31, 2010 at 2:39 PM

    Oh, I need to do this for my kiddos!

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  19. Hideaway GirlAugust 31, 2010 at 3:20 PM

    Beautiful words! Proof that a mother's influence lives on forever & a welcomed reminder to celebrate the little moments.

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  20. UnknownAugust 31, 2010 at 6:23 PM

    so sweet -- and what a sweet mom you are!

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  21. Southern GalAugust 31, 2010 at 8:15 PM

    A beautiful legacy to be passed down to another generation.

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  22. pattyAugust 31, 2010 at 11:31 PM

    so beautiful- a wonderful tribute.

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