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Title: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: Kevin Raber on May 29, 2018, 08:48:14 am
I just published a new rantatorial.  I should do more of these.  A little over a week ago my mom passed away.  I wouldn't be here running this site, or even having the incredible life I have had if it wasn't for my mom.  I share a small bit of this and a small tribute to my mom.  You can read it HERE (https://luminous-landscape.com/rantatorial/my-mom-my-hero/)
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: Mark D Segal on May 29, 2018, 09:32:47 am
It's a lovely story Kevin, a fitting tribute and a reminder of the importance of close family ties. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: adias on May 29, 2018, 12:41:32 pm
Very nice! May your Mom rest in peace!
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Post by: Rajan Parrikar on May 29, 2018, 02:58:31 pm
A beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman.
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: Ray Harrison on May 29, 2018, 08:32:21 pm
I really appreciated being able to take time out of my day to read this. A great tribute and a reminder of growing up riding bicycles without helmets and having parents who support your dreams. Fantastic and thanks for sharing.

Ray
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 29, 2018, 10:04:05 pm
That is a beautiful story, Kevin. Thanks for ahring it with us.

Much of the time while reading it, I felt you must be talking about my Mom, who passed away last November.

The memories will be sustaining and nourishing for years to come.

Warm regards,
Eric
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: David Eckels on May 30, 2018, 09:02:47 am
I can't add much to the sentiments already expressed except to say your essay brought tears to my eyes as I remembered spending my mom's last days with her seven years ago. They had similar attitudes and characteristics, from "go outside and play" to encouraging us to find the passion inside of ourselves, and my mom too was an artist, oils, supporting herself and us kids for thirty years. Anyway, what you wrote about your mom was indeed quite lovely.
Condolences to you and your family, Kevin.
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: AnthonyM on May 30, 2018, 02:18:58 pm
Sorry about your loss, Kevin, but your Mom was clearly a special lady, and that is something you will never lose.
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Post by: TommyWeir on May 30, 2018, 02:56:40 pm
Kevin, what a gorgeous woman.  Thanks for sharing this and I'm very sorry for your loss. 
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Post by: Paulo Bizarro on May 31, 2018, 09:09:37 am
Lovely story about a difficult moment.
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: Rand47 on May 31, 2018, 02:40:08 pm
Kevin,

Thanks . . .   

Rand
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: ValerieMillett on June 09, 2018, 01:43:38 pm

 Kevin,

 I just read this and wanted to say what lovely words. I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I've decreased my social media life drastically and regret that I miss these kinds of things. Nonetheless,  I wish you and your family peace.
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: stevesanacore on June 10, 2018, 11:33:22 am
Kevin,

What a sad time but what a lovely remembrance you posted. It sounds like you had a wonderful mom and family. That's about the best we can ask for in life. Nicely said and best wishes to you and your family now.
Title: Re: New Rantatorial - My Mom My Hero
Post by: David Hufford on June 23, 2018, 09:23:20 am
Quite a tribute to your mother, Kevin.  Reading that, it's easy to understand what a wonderful mother she was.