I had an incredible mother. We were exceptionally close, and I felt completely fulfilled in our relationship. She was everything to me. She was self-sacrificing, steadfast, and loving. Over the years, I’ve missed her intensely, especially during the holidays. Grief and absence are hard. Full stop. But now, with God’s grace, instead of pining for her presence here, I look forward to the day when I’ll join her there, in Heaven. This shift in perspective did not occur overnight. It’s been 15 challenging years, but I’m finally at a place of full peace and simple appreciation for the wonderful blessing that I had for so many years.
I am grateful for my mother and the days we had – the special days, the holidays, and most especially the every days. I am grateful for the assurance that our time together is not over. If you are grieving and hold to the same assurance, I hope it grounds you in peace and brings you comfort this holiday season.