Including Mom

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Mom remains a part of our lives. Recently, we had a bridal shower for the youngest grandchild. 

Although Mom didn't make it to the shower, she had lots of visitors over the weekend

Mom was missed. Even though she wasn't at the shower, she had an impact.  Our memories of her made it feel like she was a part of the day. It was cool to see the way her influence and impact on each of us was reflected when we gathered. I am sure people experience this when their loved one is gone. At the shower, cookies were made by my sister-in-law that Mom used to make. She made them exactly the way Mom did, which is a bit quirky.  And they were so yummy. And then there was the pearl necklace that was started when Kris was a little girl by Mom (Nana) and although it's not finished, it is still special and cherished. Papa added some pearls for the shower. It may not be completed by Mom but in her memory, representing parts of Kris's life. Perhaps what the unfinished necklace represents the most: that Nana will be missing at the wedding and has been missing in Kris's adult life (see Kris's prior post).  Amy (first grandchild) shared about her pearl necklace and what it meant to her & Nana. Everyone teared up. Mom loved celebrations like this. She organized many and blessed many by her gift of hospitality. Mom you are loved and you are missed.