Happy Birthday Mataji!

 

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal-on an Irish Headstone.


It  is  hard  to forget  someone  who  gave  us  such  strong  memories  and  with them, I  go on. I am still learning to live as my mother always advised... to love others  regardless of  their ignorance and faults. In the 66 days  that  my  mother  has  not  been around, not  a  day  goes  by  expecting  to  hear  her voice. Nothing  can  prepare  you  for  this  phase  of acceptance. Although  a  priority,  learning  how  to  live  without  her  who has been of  a  massive significance  in  my life, doesn’t come  by  easily. It   is   painful    and    very    few   seem    to   understand    that    time    has   t o   be   given   to   grieve   and   allow   it    to   come   out   instead   of   shoving   it    all    inside   because   that   can   cause   all   types   of   aches,  panic  attacks,  chest  pain  and  fatigue.  They  all  invade  our  body  during  this  horrific  process.

I attempted to sketch Mom on her birthday  which happens to be today, 30th of September. There  is  no  doubt  in  my  mind  that  she  is  in  the  best  realm  above  for  all  that  she  did  for  so  many.  Although  she  would  have  been  happy  that  I  thought  of  doing  this, she  would  definitely  have  said  that  I am  making her look old!! Hahaha... Always  conscious  of  her appearance. Mom was  beautiful  and  I  cannot  create  her  like  God  did and  that  would  have  been  my  response  to  her as  well. She  would  have  nodded  and  smiled  after  reflecting on  my  words. I miss  those  conversations, Mom. You  always said  that  you  were  amazed  and  impressed  from  where  I  got  my  ideas  to  convey  the  way  I did. Perhaps, now  you  can  compliment  my  guiding  spirit, directly. But  now  you  will  have  to  become  my  guiding spirit  as  well  to  give  me  the  words  to  provide  solace  and comfort  to  those  in  need. 


Enjoy  wherever  you  are  and  a  happy  waala  Birthday  to  you,  Mataji!



Comments

  1. So sorry for your loss. Beautiful tribute to your mother.

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  2. May Her memories always be there as your guiding spirit , strength n energy .More than this ,a daughter couldn't describe her bonding with her beloved mom 🙏🏻

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  3. A heart warming tribute....u have made her come alive...am sure she is reading and listening to your thoughts and is sending her blessings to you....u made me fall in love with your mom...Waiting for yr next post..

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    1. Thank you so much. I doubt if there was anyone who didn't like her. Will post another one soon. Please choose the option to display your name so that I know who it is.

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  4. Nice����

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    1. Dear Anonymous, I don't know why you are asking me if it was nice. I am happy that I could write and that too in a short span of time.

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  5. Belina, your words are from the heart and I know your mom would be so proud of you. I gotta agree with her that you have made her look older than she looked! But a very good likeness and Aunty would commend you for it!
    Grief you have understood so well. Take your time and we, all your friends, are there with you. Sometimes we may be silent but I hope our love reaches you. Take care

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    1. HAHAHA...Mom would have loved to know that she has your support. She was very fond of the group that we are part of. The love and support is what keeps me going, Rita. Extremely grateful for that.

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  6. Beautifully conveyed a sense of your relationship with her in so few words...we are stronger than we think. hugs,
    Lasika

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  7. Heartfelt words and a nice sketch ma'am

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  8. Beautiful sketch and heart felt words .... keep writing and sketching too .... I am sure aunty wants the same for you doing activities which are meaningful and which lighten up your day.

    - Anita

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    1. Thank you for saying that, Anita. I am definitely on that path.

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  9. Good Afternoon Mrs Ravikiran.
    Lovely writeup and a great tribute to your mom. Loved the sketch. I can understand how you feel, sorry for your loss.
    You are doing a great job by guiding those in need.

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    1. Thank you. Wish I could know who you are.

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  10. This is straight from the heart and very warm like a mom's hug.. I am sure nayanamma must be watching and feeling happy to have a daughter like u. Like I always said u inspire me in many ways. Totally loved this write up. Keep writing and sharing.♥️♥️♥️♥️

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    1. Thanks Ramya. So sweet of you to say that.

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  11. Awesome Sketch..Beautiful tribute...

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