Last Chance
To forgive is to let go and start anew.19 total reviews
Comment from Carolyn Hilliard
I too have memories of Mom slapping me, and also pinching my arms. But she was great with my son and he adored his grandmother. That I will be forever grateful for.
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2013
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I too have memories of Mom slapping me, and also pinching my arms. But she was great with my son and he adored his grandmother. That I will be forever grateful for.
Comment Written 15-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 15-Jul-2013
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Hello Carolyn, Thanks for reading; mothers have a lot to answer for when they abuse their kids. I hope all was well in the end? Hugs, Kay.
Comment from Jean Lutz
I can relate. I never had a close relationship with my mom. I hope our life in eternity will be much better. The nursing home horrors seem to be everywhere.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2013
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I can relate. I never had a close relationship with my mom. I hope our life in eternity will be much better. The nursing home horrors seem to be everywhere.
Comment Written 13-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2013
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Hello Jean, Mothers carry a large burden and some stumble along the way; our mothers love us and on the other side all will be well. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from cheyennewy
Hi K,
I can relate to this story on every level. My mother was piece of work but I know she loved me in her own way. I had to put her in a nursing home, she was there two weeks before she passed away. I had to make the decision and I grieve over it everyday. You have written this very well and I enjoyed reading it albeit sad. Well done and good luck in the contest...blessings... chey
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2013
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Hi K,
I can relate to this story on every level. My mother was piece of work but I know she loved me in her own way. I had to put her in a nursing home, she was there two weeks before she passed away. I had to make the decision and I grieve over it everyday. You have written this very well and I enjoyed reading it albeit sad. Well done and good luck in the contest...blessings... chey
Comment Written 13-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2013
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Hello Mrs. Gardener, Thank you so much for reading and rating; we can't choose our mothers, on the other side all will be well. Blessings my friend. :-)
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welcome (smile)
Comment from Cookie333
Your piece moved me to tears my friend. I am sorting through so many of these emotions as my mother ages. There are seven of us to share the burden and she still lives on her own. Your smoothly written piece flowed so well it was like reading my own diary
I thank you so very much for sharing with us
K
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2013
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Your piece moved me to tears my friend. I am sorting through so many of these emotions as my mother ages. There are seven of us to share the burden and she still lives on her own. Your smoothly written piece flowed so well it was like reading my own diary
I thank you so very much for sharing with us
K
Comment Written 13-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2013
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Hello my friend, I wrote this in the hope that it would touch some hearts and forgiveness is the highest form of love. The decision is the hardest I have ever made, carrying guilt and knowing I couldn't care for her. At least there are seven of you to share the decisions, sometimes this helps, sometimes it hinders. I wish you love for your mother. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from CrystieCookie999
I think this is pretty good; it has a strong subject.
With the line:
And so we told Mum that she had spilled some food and we were going to change her nightgown.
I would put a comma after 'food'.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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I think this is pretty good; it has a strong subject.
With the line:
And so we told Mum that she had spilled some food and we were going to change her nightgown.
I would put a comma after 'food'.
Comment Written 13-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. Cheers, K.
Comment from country ranch writer
WE ALL HAVE FLAWS AND SOME TIMES WE CAN'T FIND IT IN OUR VOCABULARY TO SAY I AM SORRY TILL IT IS TOO LATE AND THEN THE GUILT SETS IN IF I JUST SAID THOSE LITTLE WORDS I LOVE YOU IT WOULD HAVE BEEN OK. NEVER PUT OFF TILL TOMORROW WHAT YOU CAN DO TODAY FOR TOMORROW MAY NEVER COME
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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WE ALL HAVE FLAWS AND SOME TIMES WE CAN'T FIND IT IN OUR VOCABULARY TO SAY I AM SORRY TILL IT IS TOO LATE AND THEN THE GUILT SETS IN IF I JUST SAID THOSE LITTLE WORDS I LOVE YOU IT WOULD HAVE BEEN OK. NEVER PUT OFF TILL TOMORROW WHAT YOU CAN DO TODAY FOR TOMORROW MAY NEVER COME
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. Cheers, K.
Comment from tedanytime
Your story has a great message about care of loved one at later age.
Good author notes...forgiveness is needed. Went to a funeral where a sister had never made amends to the famil, yet her coworkers were close.
Fine story.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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Your story has a great message about care of loved one at later age.
Good author notes...forgiveness is needed. Went to a funeral where a sister had never made amends to the famil, yet her coworkers were close.
Fine story.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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Hello Ted, Thanks for reading. We all need to forgive otherwise how can we be forgiven. Blessings, K.
Comment from Bobby Jo
None of us are perfect. We all make mistakes, take things for granted, say hurtful things that we obviously mean at the time, and later know we were wrong. I liked your heart-felt story.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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None of us are perfect. We all make mistakes, take things for granted, say hurtful things that we obviously mean at the time, and later know we were wrong. I liked your heart-felt story.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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Thank you friend. Glad you liked the story. We all need to say sorry and yet we find it hard. Blessings, K.
Comment from zeldasmith
I'm glad your mom asked for forgiveness so you both could rest in peace...her with your dad and you knowing she really loved you. Perhaps she had a chemical imbalance that caused her to be so abusive .... At least she died knowing you forgave her. Beautiful story.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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I'm glad your mom asked for forgiveness so you both could rest in peace...her with your dad and you knowing she really loved you. Perhaps she had a chemical imbalance that caused her to be so abusive .... At least she died knowing you forgave her. Beautiful story.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2013
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Hi Zelda, Thanks for reading; no chemical imbalance - she came from a wealthy family and expected the best. My Father was a loving and forgiving man that worshiped her, she could do no wrong. Love is blind sometimes. All ended up well and my parents who are both on the other side love me so much. Blessings, K.
Comment from G.B. Smith
Hello there Aussie. I am Bear Smith and I have become your newest fan. I am an expert on hate and loathing, I have done so much of it in my life. It has only been in the past 10 years that I have learned to forgive and let go. Someone dear to me pointed out that the only one I can control is MYSELF, and so I continue to try. I hope we get to know each other
Bear
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello there Aussie. I am Bear Smith and I have become your newest fan. I am an expert on hate and loathing, I have done so much of it in my life. It has only been in the past 10 years that I have learned to forgive and let go. Someone dear to me pointed out that the only one I can control is MYSELF, and so I continue to try. I hope we get to know each other
Bear
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Bear, Thank you for reading; forgiveness is the highest form of love. If we learn to take the 'I' out of the conversation then we have learnt to love others and not be selfish. Let go and let God. Bless you, Kay.
