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Saturday, August 28, 2004

Anniversary

Thursday marked the 4 year anniversary of my mother's death. Dad held a small memorial service by her grave, attended by just a few family members. They sang a few hymns that she loved, trimmed the grass, and planted a new flowering plant by the headstone. The weather was cooperative, and although the ceremony brought tears of sadness and longing, they were interspersed by fond remembrances of her time here with us and the joy she brought to those that knew her. Although I could not attend, I felt as if I did by listening to my dad describe how he spent that special day.

To my beloved mother, may our love for you bring an eternity of smiles.