Carol passed last night....

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31. My dear Ulben

Your grieving will take as long as it needs to and your family and friends will be here for you through the whole process. All you can do is put one foot in front of the other and keep moving forward with baby steps. You need to allow yourself time to rest and time to grieve. I know your head is spinning with how much there is to do right now and I think we all wish we were closer to help. Carol will live in your heart forever.

It's odd sometimes when you find inspiration in the strangest things. This one comes from the Rugrats. I often send it to people and now I give it to you.

A Poem to Chuckie (From His Mother)
My Sweet Little Chuckie
Though I must leave you behind me,
This poem will tell you where you always can find me.
When a gentle wind blows, that’s my hand on your face.
And when the tree gives you shade, that’s my sheltering embrace.
When the sun gives you freckles, that’s me tickling my boy.
When the rain wets your hair, those are my tears of joy.
When the long grass enfolds you, that’s me holding you tight.
When the Whippoorwill sings, that’s me whispering, “Night,night”.

http://slicknickshady.tumblr.com/post/15286092087/clarissacatalina-rugrats-mothers-day

I lost my mom when I was too young. She didn't see me marry or meet her granddaughter at least not in human form. I believe she has always lived in my heart. I hope the poem helps in some small way.

Anne