It was thirteen days before my wedding. I woke up that morning and I knew something
was wrong but I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I went through most of the day in a bit of a
funk and I had no idea why. I was quite
happy the day before so where had this sudden sadness come from? It wasn’t
until later that day when for no reason at all tears began to flow and the
words, I miss you, Mommy came out of my mouth.
It was bittersweet planning my wedding without her by my
side. I knew how excited she would have
been and the thought of her not being there on my special day hurt more deeply
than I could ever explain. I admit I cried it out that day, and wrote her a
little poem in anticipation of my wedding day.
Dear Mommy,
Today is my
wedding day, the day you always wanted to see
Your presence
would have meant the world to me.
You would
hug me close, with tears streaming down your face
You’d say
through your tears, “My baby’s getting married today!”
You’d gather
us all together for a time of prayer,
Your powerful
words of blessings would bring us all to tears.
Throughout the
ceremony your smile would brightly shine,
While memories
of my childhood flowed through your mind.
I miss you,
Mommy you were my very best friend,
I’m ever so
blessed that your presence once graced my life.
Today, I’m
sure a tear or two will flow, but I promise you,
There will
be much laughter and dancing as we celebrate this joyous day.
I love you
Mommy! Thank you for all that you’ve done
For always
being my number one fan.
I hope that
our heavenly father will let you peek down from above,
To get a
glimpse of your baby girl and the man that she loves.
Forever your
baby,
Bernadine
P.S Some tears did flow but they weren't by me. I think I got it out of my system before the wedding:)
Happy Heavenly Mother's Day, Mommy!
