Last Chance
To forgive is to let go and start anew.19 total reviews
Comment from Evelyn Fort Stewart
Biblical we have to forgive for hate can't enter Heaven. Really forgiveness isn't for the one that wronged us but for us so we are free from the power they hold over us to make us unhappy. I can truly say I have forgiven my husband but it took years of writing and emptying my soul of the pain he inflicted, physically, emotionally and mentally. So right, don't wait until the last moment. God loves you and I do too.
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Biblical we have to forgive for hate can't enter Heaven. Really forgiveness isn't for the one that wronged us but for us so we are free from the power they hold over us to make us unhappy. I can truly say I have forgiven my husband but it took years of writing and emptying my soul of the pain he inflicted, physically, emotionally and mentally. So right, don't wait until the last moment. God loves you and I do too.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Evelyn, Thank you dear friend; forgiveness is the highest form of love - if we can't forgive, how can God forgive us? Bless you, Kay.
Comment from Selina Stambi
This is such a profound, courageous piece of writing, Aussie, dear.
There is nothing like the power of forgiveness to release one's heart and soul and make them free to receive all the beautiful things that life has to give.
I'm surprised and delighted that Mum realized what she had done and asked for forgiveness. Pity that sister cannot let go. I hope she will - otherwise, she is going to remain in prison.
All the best in the contest, special lady. :) My love xxx Sonali
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This is such a profound, courageous piece of writing, Aussie, dear.
There is nothing like the power of forgiveness to release one's heart and soul and make them free to receive all the beautiful things that life has to give.
I'm surprised and delighted that Mum realized what she had done and asked for forgiveness. Pity that sister cannot let go. I hope she will - otherwise, she is going to remain in prison.
All the best in the contest, special lady. :) My love xxx Sonali
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Sonali, thank you my friend. My sister never forgave and she is still in her own prison. Glad you liked my little piece of writing. Love to you - Kay. XX
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Oh, Kay, what a sad but beautiful story. It gave me goose bumps! I am so pleased for you, that your mother asked you to forgive her, and I am also so pleased that you could. Now you can think of her in a nicer way and know that she did love you. I think she knew she was going, when she said, your father had come to see her today to take her home. That gave me such a lump in my throat. This has to be a FS contest as your name is printed so we can't vote, is that right? I will have a look, you would have got my vote. xsx Sandra
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Oh, Kay, what a sad but beautiful story. It gave me goose bumps! I am so pleased for you, that your mother asked you to forgive her, and I am also so pleased that you could. Now you can think of her in a nicer way and know that she did love you. I think she knew she was going, when she said, your father had come to see her today to take her home. That gave me such a lump in my throat. This has to be a FS contest as your name is printed so we can't vote, is that right? I will have a look, you would have got my vote. xsx Sandra
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Sunny Bunny, Yes, this is a contest entry for September. I wanted to share this with others that have been abused because it can make or break you. Unfortunately, I only had three months with my mother that asked for forgiveness - I could have had a lifetime. She and my dad love me heaps, I know they look after me from the other side - I miss them heaps. Love to you - Kay XXX
Comment from Ben Colder
Stressfulness of life raising children has its moments. Your story reveals how we as adults can be so self centered waiting almost too late to say I'm sorry. Very nice story. Glad the healing came, regardless the time frame.
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Stressfulness of life raising children has its moments. Your story reveals how we as adults can be so self centered waiting almost too late to say I'm sorry. Very nice story. Glad the healing came, regardless the time frame.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Ben, Thank you for reading; wish the healing had come sooner, I only had three months with mother before she died. Still, we loved each other and still do. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from adewpearl
My Mother seemed to be - My mother
another world; thinking - I would use a comma there
"Hello," I held - "Hello." I held
now, cold food - drop the comma
I've had dinner, dear - add comma for direct address
a nurse to change mother - Mother
we told mum - Mum
her childhood and dear daddy - Daddy
hot food for her, but she - add comma
how poignant that in her final hours she finally apologized to you
Compelling descriptive detail of your mom and the conditions she was living under. How tragic that so many homes do not look after their patients better. No matter what kind of life a person has lived, she deserves some dignity in her final years. You write this with such compassion. :-) Brooke
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My Mother seemed to be - My mother
another world; thinking - I would use a comma there
"Hello," I held - "Hello." I held
now, cold food - drop the comma
I've had dinner, dear - add comma for direct address
a nurse to change mother - Mother
we told mum - Mum
her childhood and dear daddy - Daddy
hot food for her, but she - add comma
how poignant that in her final hours she finally apologized to you
Compelling descriptive detail of your mom and the conditions she was living under. How tragic that so many homes do not look after their patients better. No matter what kind of life a person has lived, she deserves some dignity in her final years. You write this with such compassion. :-) Brooke
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Possum, Thanks for finding all the mistakes; will fix them. I have adapted this for the 500 words - three months before she died I approached her about the slapping around - she hung her head, patted my face lightly and said "Kay, I am so sorry." My sister on the other hand, got drunk and slapped Mum to the floor. Dawn still wallows and will never forgive. I forgave Dawn but cut the tie with her long ago - I was horrified that she could slap a crippled woman (mum was a hemiplegic from a stroke) and laugh. I know who won't be in God's good books. Bless you, Kay XX
Comment from jmdg1954
Kay... This is a well told summarization of the trials and tribulations of life, changes and difficult decision making in ones term. Many of us can relate to your words. Others who haven't yet experienced any of this probably are scratching their heads. So be it.
Well done my friend... John
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Kay... This is a well told summarization of the trials and tribulations of life, changes and difficult decision making in ones term. Many of us can relate to your words. Others who haven't yet experienced any of this probably are scratching their heads. So be it.
Well done my friend... John
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello John, I think that it was you that sparked the thought about nursing homes? I know someone wrote about final days. We all fear the last days, and we all need to forgive before it's too late. Bless you, Kay. XX
Comment from Jackarrie
How I relate to a lot of you and your sisters experience dealing with your Mother who never really showed you that she loved you. I forgave my mother, while she was still a very verbally abusive woman. By affirming every night, "I love my mother, she did not mean to hurt me" It took 3 years to work, and when she went into the nursing home I could love her knowing she did love me and did not mean to be hurtful. She was a victim too. Well written my friend.
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How I relate to a lot of you and your sisters experience dealing with your Mother who never really showed you that she loved you. I forgave my mother, while she was still a very verbally abusive woman. By affirming every night, "I love my mother, she did not mean to hurt me" It took 3 years to work, and when she went into the nursing home I could love her knowing she did love me and did not mean to be hurtful. She was a victim too. Well written my friend.
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Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Thank you Jackarrie - "When we are weak, then we are strong." Parents have a huge responsibility towards their children. They also have the power to make or break us. Forgiveness is the highest form of love. Bless you, Kay.
Comment from The Death
Hello
It really filled my heart with emotions and what you said in the notes is the truth,that we never accept.We never tend to forgive so easily.the memories never let happen that.but it is better to forgive and have wonderful moments with your dear ones,rather than having a regret later.
The story of your mother asking forgiveness and passing away the very next day makes one realise that to forgive our dear ones is not a sign of weakness,but it imparts strength and the self contentment too.you did an excellent job writing this wonderful biographical story.
Regards
Shar-A
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello
It really filled my heart with emotions and what you said in the notes is the truth,that we never accept.We never tend to forgive so easily.the memories never let happen that.but it is better to forgive and have wonderful moments with your dear ones,rather than having a regret later.
The story of your mother asking forgiveness and passing away the very next day makes one realise that to forgive our dear ones is not a sign of weakness,but it imparts strength and the self contentment too.you did an excellent job writing this wonderful biographical story.
Regards
Shar-A
Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Shar-A, Forgiveness is the highest form of love. Thank you for reading and I am pleased that my story moved you. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from Insane Membrane
Wise words ... For very difficult decisions and times we also have a mother in a home though I would love to have her home ...we Work full time to make ends meet and at times I am riddled with guilt
great write well done
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Wise words ... For very difficult decisions and times we also have a mother in a home though I would love to have her home ...we Work full time to make ends meet and at times I am riddled with guilt
great write well done
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Comment Written 12-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 12-Jul-2013
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Hello Friend, Guilt ate me up when I had to put her in a home. There are times that we need to forgive ourselves for actions that must be taken because of reasons like you have stated. Don't be riddled with guilt, be impressed that she is being looked after and deep inside she knows you made the choice for her benefit and that you couldn't care for her on your wage. Blessings, Kay.
