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Well, it's been almost 6 years now since our mother died,
and yet some days when we think about her, it seems as though it was just yesterday. There isn't a day that goes by that we don't think about her. Sometimes when I catch a quick glance passing by a mirror I get startled because I look so much like her. My sister...well she got her attitude and stubborn streak. That isn't really a bad thing either, she's tough and stands by what she believes in. She has a big heart and gives all she has to her family and friends. She is also very devoted to the love of her life, although God help him because she is a pistol! *grin*
Everything around me reminds me of her...a song on the radio, the sound of an ambulance siren bring all the memories flooding back. Sometimes I can sit back and smile and just speak a quiet "Hello Mom" to let her know that I know she's there, and other times I can't help but break down and cry. When people say, "You never know what you've got until it's gone" they speak the truth. I never thought about half of the things that I do now. I have even started to question my own mortality. My mother was an amazing woman. She gave everything she had for her family and the community. She loved being an EMT and spent ALOT of her time at the squad. She loved helping people and always volunteered whenever the opportunity would arise. I miss her so much, and now I have learned to appreciate every day as it comes and hold tight to the people that I love. Live for today, because you never know when your time will come. Tell people you love them now, don't wait until they are gone to carve it in stone. Cherish everything you have.
My little sister has learned this the hard way, that's why I send this message out to the teens of today more then anyone. Don't take for granted that your parents will always be there...no matter how you feel about them, you still love them deep down. Make sure you at least let them know it, everyday.
Treasure Every Moment that you have
Yesterday is History
Tomorrow is a Mystery
Today is a Gift
That's why It's called the Present!!
