Nick C Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 There will always be things in life that would be great to have my mom at. Most of these things I have experienced at least once without her. Christmas, Thanksgiving, birth of a child etc. But today is Sophie's one year birthday party. The first of many birthday celebrations for Sophie and hopefully at least one other kid one day. But today is the first. And I don't get to see my mom's smile at the day. And all week I've been in a funk. Boy do I miss her. On top of that one of my buddies did one of these face book lists, 15 albums that shaped your life, so I did my list. This one brought up SO many memories. One of my albums is "The Point" by Nilsson. This album used to make me tear up even before mom was sick...it's such a fond childhood memory of mine. I found the CD today as Keri has never heard it. I told her I couldn't listen to it. Not a chance. I opened the CD and read the first two lines of the first song and broke down. That was enough of that. Amazing how much I miss her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Nick, Keep your eyes on Sophie. I bet you'll see your mom's smile and I pray that will being a smile to your face. She is still with you. Not in the way you want her to be, but she had left so much of herself with you and with Sophie that she will be with you always. ((((Nick)))) Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 ((((Nick)))) I so wish I had "the words" to make this day easier. We both know that is not possible. The best I can do is offer you my understanding and lots of hugs. Happy Birthday dear Sophie!! Love and hugs to you all today Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((Nick))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 My heart goes out to you Nick. Your love for your mom absolutely shines through. I bet she will be with you on Sophie's birthday in her own special way. Happy 1st Birthday to your sweet daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Nick- I do believe, too, that your mom will be there smiling at your precious baby and at you for being a great dad. You know your mom would want you to enjoy the day with her!! Happy Birthday to Sophia!!!! ((((((((NICK)))))))))))) Hugs- Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Ah Nick ~ so sorry you and Sophie must spend her first b-day without your mom and her smile. Now I KNOW it is so very FAR from the real thing, BUT I bet if you would post a new pic of tht cute little thing you would be able to feel all the cyber smiles from many cyber moms here. My attempt to shame you into posting Sophie's birthday pic, Nick. And again, sorry for the pain of your loss. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 So sorry Nick....I know that your mom is with all of you even though you can't see her. I'm sure you will be telling Sophie all kinds of stories about your mom. I'm sure you have many wonderful memories to share. Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted February 22, 2009 Author Share Posted February 22, 2009 Thanks everyone, I will post pics from the party, but here is one from last week, per Kasey's request...note Sophie's eyelashes...that's all my mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Thank you, Nick. What a precious gift she is!!!! Can't wait for the b-day pics!!!! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 She is adorable Nick and the smile is justr so INFECTIOUS!!!!! Love it. How do ya leave home to go to work in the Morning!! Prayers and positive thoughts and HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOPHIE!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dscherer Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Nick, OK first....she is beautiful, and I love that you see a piece of your mom in her. Though, I am not as far down this road as you are(2 months without my mom), I understand! I do believe your mom is will be there celebrating with you! As dedicated of a mom as she was...she wouldn't miss it! Enjoy that special day, as a mom of a 13 and 11 year old, trust me when I say the time flies! Happy Birthday, Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Nick- She is absolutely adorable!!! Once again, I feel like your mom is looking down and sharing this special day with youm Sophie and your wife. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOPHIE!!!!!!!!!!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Nick, first, what a beautiful child and how special that she has your mom's eyelashes. I missed your post yesterday and hope the remainder of the day passed more brightly for you. And HAPPY BELATED 1ST BIRTHDAY SOPHIE! Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeye Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Nick, I'm so sorry. I understand...I was at my niece's 4th birthday party yesterday and just kept wishing my Mom and Dad were there. Your little girl is absolutely beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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