The First Holiday Without My Mom

As we get older, it is inevitable for things to change. Nothing in life remains the same and being able to adapt is necessary to grow. Thanksgiving just passed and there was a lot to be thankful for. I am alive, prosperous, sane and very healthy, but even with all those blessings, I have to say that I miss my mom. My father passed away 11 years ago. Wow, has it been that long? Yes it has, but I had finally gotten to a point where I was okay with it. I had learned to live without him being around and wouldn't you know it just as I was at peace about my father passing, I now have to deal with my mom passing in the Spring of 2009.

This was the first major holiday without her. It is very different, but somehow my siblings and I endured. Even though it is hard right now and it is all still new to me, I know one day I will be able to live with it just as I did with my father. I know they would both want me to be happy and enjoy life. That is the part that makes me smile. Lastly, I am thankful for being able to get through the first major holiday without her. Each day, I know it will get better.