I messed up. I meant to take more photos.
Especially of people.
Especially of relatives and friends who came from far and not often seen.
But I got sidetracked, and this is all I’ve got.
Sigh.
They call it a Garden of Serenity arrangement. We tweaked it with the angel.
Baby Mom.
Dad caught viewing the Power Point in a quiet moment.
Married at home on Friday, June 13, 1947.
One of Mom’s favorite pieces. Something she stumbled on in a store, and it made her laugh during a time when life was a little tough.
She had to have it no matter the price.
Let it be said that I was already gone and married, so the teens represent my brother and sister.
“I am not hard of hearing. I’m ignoring you.”
“When in charge, ponder. When in trouble, delegate. When in doubt, mumble.”
With Judge Walsh. Mom on right. In front, her last pair of glasses–worn 24/7.
Mom’s court recording machine.
But she began with the stenotype machine above.
Official court stenographer.
Hawaiian Mom and Dad.
To Whom it May Concern–10/29/1996: Bernice Heska needs to live in an area of warm, dry weather–probably Arizona would be best.
Sissy designed the memorial cards. And the program, too. She rocks.
Remembering,
Obituary
“The memory and reputation of the deceased is not going to disappear out of this family or from his hometown. To all this you are witnesses this very day.”
~Boaz concerning Naomi’s husband, Mahlon, in Ruth 4:10
Sandra — beautiful.
Such touching memories. Such precious, loving memories.
Sandy,
She is so precious. And you are so generous, to share her with us, here. Thank you.
My heart hears this …
Sandra, I am so sorry that this is the only way we could share our mothers with each other. Your mother seemed to be a wonderful woman. I would have liked to meet her. Praying for you through this time.
Oh, my. Wonderful pictures, Sandy – and you most definitely did NOT mess up. This is a lovely collection of memories and I am grateful and privileged to have a peek. I especially loved the one of your dad looking up at the screen. Oh, my heart. It is so hard to say goodbye to a longtime love. Sending love and hope and peace and laughter amid the tears. Your dear mom died on my DIL’s birthday and her service was held on my middle daughter’s. Strange threads…
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. Bless you Sandy.
Looks to me like you have a wonderful collection of memories that celebrate your Mom’s life on earth. There’s nothing messed up about that.
Love you, Snady. You remain on my heart & in my prayers.
I think you did a beautiful job Sandy. It is all so touching and loving.
Sandy –
Your extraordinary love is all over this post and I see it woven throughout her memorial.
I am praying you will find the rest you need in the weeks ahead and that each day the Holy Spirit fills you with His peace. Our great Comforter knows just what we need when we need it.
Thanks for sharing and bringing us there with you.
LYI my dear dear friend.
““When in charge, ponder. When in trouble, delegate. When in doubt, mumble.”
Love this!