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My Moms Obituary

In Memory of my Mother

Today was my Mother’s funeral in Oregon.  When I woke up I decided to climb a new (for me) Mountain in the park and reflect on her beautiful soul.  West Mountain turned out to be up, more up and then more up.  While I enjoyed the scenery and the challenge it was my Mother’s Love for life that filled my heart.

She was one of the brave WWII war brides that traveled to America to marry US Servicemen.  Boarding a Ship in New Zealand  she began the long journey to New York City. I tried to imagine the excitement and fear she experienced.

What was it like to raise three daughters in her new home?  How did she become an American while recovering from the challenges of post WWII. I was always happy she had her British group of ladies that would meet each month.  A group of ladies from New Zealand, Australia and Great Britain all sharing the bond of WWII and marrying an American.

She was strong and fragile all at once.  Her heart was beautiful and forgiving.  No matter how much I screwed up she was always there to Love me.

She was the best Mother… and I will always miss her,  her LOVE will flow through me like river forever

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