On this Mother's Day,I am fondly remembering my deceased maternal grandmother as well as my mother. These two women were as different as night and day. Yet they had two things in common, a wonderful nurturing spirit and a true love of family.
My mother and grandmother were role models for me when I started my own family.
I know I'm fortunate to have been raised by two great women! And I am most proud that my sons have carried forth this strong feeling of family love.
Today, I honor all the wonderful mothers who love and sacrifice for their families every day.
Mama and Dad on a short cruise
Dad taking a nap--as usual
Mom and Dad with Noah
Joy of having 1st Great-grandson
12 yr. old Annette with Mother and Father
Picture in back of new house - 1959
3 Year Old Annette
I felt this age when my parents died
Forever Memory Garden in Georgia
About Me
- Annette Gonzalez
- I write and speak about feeling like an "orphan" at sixty years of age. Five months after my mother died, my father passed away. Sharing my experiences as a daughter, caregiver, wife and mother hopefully will help others who are grieving over the loss of their parent. I am an adult orphan. I'm not anyone's child anymore. One day you have parents and the next day you don't. How do we deal with this feeling of being all alone? Hopefully my future posts will help you whether you are a caregiver or making the transition from caregiver to accepting the loss of a loved one. I encourage you to ask me questions or post your experiences as it will assist others, especially those who feel like an adult orphan.
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