Comments on: How My Daughter Brought Me to Tears, In a Good Way

By: Ching Ya

Ching Ya — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:04:34 +0000

I agree with Rose, and I can feel your sadness when reading your post, and I just wish I’m there to give you a hug too, Annie. It’s true what your daughter said (very young yet speak wisely): “No matter how old you are, it’s okay.”

Last year I lost one of my closest ones too. Not many people know about it and the hardest part is to go through it without people knowing you’re sad. I’m glad I have my husband and family helped me through, and it’s okay to cry, Annie. To grieve is a part of healing too.

Hugs,
Ching Ya
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By: Rose

Rose — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 04:16:46 +0000

Anne, Your post has now brought tears to my eyes. My condolences to your loss. As you know I lost my mother eight years ago. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. It’s a very personal experience. Don’t stop yourself from crying if you feel one coming on. Your children will understand.
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By: Anne Bender

Anne Bender — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:23:06 +0000

@Mitch, Thank you, Mitch. I often forget that kids do listen and learn even when we think they aren't paying attention.

By: Anne Bender

Anne Bender — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:18:50 +0000

@Sire, Oh, Sire, you do just fine. Trust me, no one is worse at this than me. We never discussed death when I was a child, but I’ve had to discuss it with my children since Megan was 3. It’s never easy, but one thing I’ve learned is the tears will come, life goes on, and family and good friends are always there for you when you need them.

By: Anne Bender

Anne Bender — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:16:30 +0000

@Kissie, I knew it skipped a generation. Thank you for your kind words, Kissie.

By: Anne Bender

Anne Bender — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:14:04 +0000

@Ileane @ Ms. Ileane Speaks, Thank you, Ileane. And so sorry you lost your mother, too. I think I’m in a bit of denial/shock still. It’s all so surreal. I’m sure it will hit me out of nowhere one day and no amount of thinking will hold back the tears.

And you most certainly may call me Annie.

By: BK

BK — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:39:58 +0000

That was a very thoughtful thing that your daughter did and it just goes to show how well you brought her up.

By: Mitch

Mitch — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 01:29:32 +0000

Nicely written, Anne, and you’ve raised a wise daughter. Of course you’re allowed to grieve; there are no rules with this sort of thing.
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By: Sire

Sire — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 01:20:16 +0000

Of course it’s alright to cry and as much as you want to be strong for your daughter there is nothing wrong with showing her that moms do cry.

Sorry for your loss Anne. I wish I could say more but I’m less than useless when it comes to this sort of thing

By: Kissie

Kissie — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:00:17 +0000

What a sweet daughter you have! I’ve been told to see the type of mother you are or have been, look at your grandchildren.

Megan has answered.

Thank you for sharing this message with us.

Prayers and thoughts are with you.
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