A Sweet Aroma

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We received a phone call early yesterday morning, letting us know that mother-in-law had passed away. While we are sad, we are so very thankful that she is no longer in pain. Who she was as a person had slipped away a few years ago as she struggled with advanced dementia and Alzheimer's.

I am also thankful that the siblings and spouses spent Sunday afternoon and evening together at her bedside and were able to remember the good things, enjoy one another's company and say our goodbyes. We weren't sure how long she would last and I am so happy that we spent our Easter that way.

She leaves behind children and grandchildren who loved her. Her family meant the world to her and everything in her life centered around them. She introduced them to music and art and beauty. We all have wonderful memories of her and her art pieces in our houses.


We will be having a small graveside service in two weeks. I will miss her unending patience and kindness and her attentive interest in whatever I was doing. She purchased books I wrote and her house was full of sewing items I made for her. I remember when I was going through the process of ordination. She would quiz me on my oral exam questions. 

I have good memories and I will cherish those always. She was a wonderful mother-in-law and will be missed. She left a sweet aroma to those around her.



Comments

  1. ElizabethdApril 22, 2025 at 12:02 PM

    My sympathies, Terri. It is always sad when someone so loved passes away, but you obviously have some poignant memories.

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  2. AngelaApril 22, 2025 at 2:51 PM

    In a world where Mothers In Law are often the buttons of jokes, it is important to celebrate and be grateful for the good ones. May she rest I peace and rise in glory ❤️🙏

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    1. TerriApril 23, 2025 at 6:16 AM

      Yes, she was a wonderful mother-in-law and I am thankful for that!

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  3. AnonymousApril 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM

    My prayers will include you and your family, Terri
    God bless, Kathy in Illinois

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  4. AnonymousApril 22, 2025 at 3:15 PM

    My prayers are with you and your family, Terri.
    God bless, Kathy in Illinois

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  5. JanApril 22, 2025 at 7:19 PM

    Praying for you and your family.

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