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!

So sorry for your loss. Beautiful tribute to your mother.
ReplyDeleteThank you RJ.
DeleteMay 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 🙏🏻
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteA 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..
ReplyDeleteThank 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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ReplyDeleteDear 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.
DeleteBelina, 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!
ReplyDeleteGrief 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
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.
DeleteBeautifully conveyed a sense of your relationship with her in so few words...we are stronger than we think. hugs,
ReplyDeleteLasika
Thank you, Lasika. We are STRONG!
DeleteHeartfelt words and a nice sketch ma'am
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteBeautiful 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.
ReplyDelete- Anita
Thank you for saying that, Anita. I am definitely on that path.
DeleteGood Afternoon Mrs Ravikiran.
ReplyDeleteLovely 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.
Thank you. Wish I could know who you are.
DeleteThis 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.♥️♥️♥️♥️
ReplyDeleteThanks Ramya. So sweet of you to say that.
DeleteAwesome Sketch..Beautiful tribute...
ReplyDeleteThank you.
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