Today is the first time we will celebrate my mother's birthday without her. Her life on earth came to an end last month. Since then, I've been trying to comfort and care for my mother's brokenhearted mother, my Nana. We are celebrating mom's 68th birthday with Nana at her house today. I couldn't bear the thought of her being alone and I find great comfort in being with Nana, myself. I wish I could take all of Nana's pain away. Losing her daughter, surviving both of her children, has been so overwhelming to her body and to her heart - it is heart wrenching to see her walk through this difficult trial. It literally sucks the breath out of me at times.
In our sorrow, though, we want to remember the joy of life with my mom. So we celebrate. Nana requested fried chicken for lunch and we're picking up a little cake or cupcakes for dessert. Ashe and the girls are coming out for the day and Brenda is dropping by, too. I'm looking forward to everyone getting together and I know our little party bring Nana much cheer.
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