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Sedona V.G.H.'s avatar

I really relate to this. Christmas has never been my season. It just reminds me of the greif of what was lost and what will never be. I'm glad you have found a joy in recaming that time for your own.

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Hi Sedona, thank you for this comment. Yes I share your sentiments with regards to Christmas … I have wondered if this season will remain an outlier when next year rolls around … but as I navigate this grief I have been doing my best to hold onto any moment of joy I’m afforded…though at times I still feel a bit guilty or saddened, that I would feel anything but grief…because what is lost feels so much greater than anything else. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with me. 💚

Manuela @ Living Well's avatar

What a beautiful tribute to your mom! What a wonderful daughter you are! 💖

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Thank you for this comment Manuela. It brought a smile to my face 💚

Poetry Tracks In the Snow's avatar

"Because as time moves forward, I am beginning to see it clearly now. She is still here with me.

A living light, quietly buried in my heart." This is beautiful and I expect your mom will always light this candle for you. Blessings to you!

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Thank you so much for reading and sharing your thoughts, it means so much to me. Blessings to you as well! 💚

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Thank you so much my friend 💚

Justin Ward 🌲 (bloodandpine)'s avatar

This was absolutely beautiful, Gina. I don't really have words for it. I know foxes are another sign from her. A sign that she loves you and is still very much there with you. This is one of my favorite things you've written.

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Justin, I’m so grateful you felt this one. You know how strangely festive I’ve been lately, and suddenly it all made sense. That feeling has been her all along.

Thank you for saying this about the foxes. It means so much when you remind me of that, and of her love for me. I appreciate you more than words can say. ✨🌙