In case you're from another planet, Mother's Day is this Sunday. I've always loved this holiday just because it reminds me not to take my mother for granted.When I was growing up, people at church would wear white roses if their mother was already gone. So it's a special day-and I know we have a lot of holidays-but what about one for Aunts?
When I was growing up, My favorite Aunt was my great-great Aunt Elsie. I didn't get to spend a lot of time with her-she lived several states away. She wasn't rich in material goods, and I don't think she ever remembered my birthday.BUT I knew her voice instantly on the phone. She always wanted to hear what a child had to say-and now that I understand "fixed"incomes -I wonder how she mananged to afford all of those calls. She sent boxes of surprises for no reason at all. She wrote letters when she took a notion and even to time to send a separate note inside for the kids. I miss her voice, the stories about her (she took care of old people when she was 80), and just knowing that I might get a chance to see her.She wasn't my mom but I think about her especially in May. My condolences go out to the Schuller Family for losing one of their own special Aunts-rest in peace Zella.
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