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Here I would love to share with you our travels and adventures as international mushroom consultants. MEMOIRS about husband Pieter Vedder, who was a SCIENTIFIC PIONEER in Mushroom Cultivation Education. His practical handbook is in 9 languages and is called the MUSHROOM BIBLE: https://mariettesbacktobasics.blogspot.com/2020/08/modern-mushroom-growing-2020-harvesting.html

Friday, February 13, 2015

{Mom Lived 16 Days Short of Her 91st Birthday}

Mom did get so very close to a lot of milestones...
Reaching her 91st Birthday was only 16 days away on February 12!
Mom, being in heaven now, I love to envision her like she looks here, on Friday, February 21, 2014 during her dialysis. That's our 64th trip to The Netherlands and together with Pieter, we came to visit her during each 4-hour dialysis! Time spent together went by so quickly and it sure did cheer her up. 
Yes, we went 64 times to The Netherlands for visiting Mom and we also had her 4 times come to the USA for staying with us.
Below is what she wrote in our guest book, after her 2nd visit from March 20 till April 17, 1996.
Mom's words: April 17, 1996. Thanks for an unforgettable vacation - Mom Van den Munckhof and Dad Van den Munckhof...
Bedankt voor een onvergetelijke vakantie van Moeke Van den Munckhof en Papa Van den Munckhof
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Most precious words, for having in our guest book... It makes us feel warm and fuzzy for knowing that our gift of those two tickets from Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Atlanta, USA got that much appreciated!
Received sympathy card from a dear friend, a woman who is born in my hometown and lives now near Atlanta, Georgia. 
Last trip for Mom & Dad, together with us from Amsterdam to Atlanta, her Dad was on the very same flight. That meant 5 people from Horst, The Netherlands!
He went to heaven before Mom did...
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The heart remembers most what it has loved best.
But it is good because my heart does remember my sweet Mom forever!
February 12, is her first Birthday celebrated in heaven, together with her Angel daughter Mariet.
Like in this photo, I will forever have my Mom at my side...
April 24, 2001 - Dearest Mariet and Pieter.
Thank you so much for the hospitality we received here in the five times that we were here. Who would have ever thought that our eldest daughter would end up living in the United States of America and even become an American citizen. And we certainly never would have thought we ourselves too, would visit there. The United States of America, you did hear so much about and you would watch a movie about
~
Heel hartelijk bedankt voor de gastvrijheid die we hier mochten ontvangen in de vijf keer dat we hier waren. Wie had dat vroeger ooit gedacht dat onze oudste dochter in Amerika zou gaan wonen en ook nog Amerikaanse werd. En we hadden zeker nooit gedacht dat we er zelf ook eens zouden komen. Amerika daar hoorde je zoveel over en je zag wel eens een film over
the Wild West but that was so far away over the Atlantic Ocean that you could only dream of it.
Yet the great miracle came about and in 1987 we flew in a large Jumbo 747, for the first time together with the two of you to the U.S.A. and since that first flight we did come four more times here or rather, four more times for me and for Mom two more times. 
It was terrific for us.
~
het wilde westen maar dat was zo ver weg over de grote oceaan dat je er alleen maar van kon dromen.
Maar toch het grote wonder geschiedde en in 1987 vlogen we in een grote Jumbo 747 voor de eerste keer met jullie samen naar de U.S.A. en sinds die eerst vlucht zijn we nog 4 keer hier geweest of liever gezegd, ik nog vier keer en Moeke nog twee keer. Het was geweldig voor ons. 
For us as down to earth market gardeners from the Afhang (hamlet) to be able to experience this ourselves. I will not go into details because then this book will be full but you ought to read my travel journal at home then you know how intense I've experienced it all, it was terrific.
Once again, thank you so much for the hospitality that we enjoyed in Dublin, as well as at your friends'. 
With best regards and best wishes from Dad and Mom.
~
Om als eenvoudige tuinder uit de Afhang zoiets mee te mogen maken. Ik zal maar niet in details treden want dan is dit boek vol, maar je leest maar eens mijn reis verslagen thuis dan weet je hoe intens ik het allemaal heb beleefd, het was geweldig. Nogmaals heel hartelijk bedankt voor de gastvrijheid die we genoten in Dublin ook bij jullie vrienden. Met heel veel groeten en de best wensen, van Papa en Moeke.
 ~
From Mom's final stay with us, we have no guest book message as their departure came by surprise due to the fact that the KLM Royal Dutch Airlines plane got claimed for transporting U.S. military to Europe.
Mom & Dad had to depart on an Air France flight, via Paris... but since Mom needed wheel chair assistance (as requested by us) and both of them not speaking any French, I managed to get them on an earlier flight; non-stop on Royal Dutch Airlines.
So this we learned around 7:30 PM that next day their flight home was to be and in this rush, they completely forgot to write anything...
Complete with wheelchair assistance and for Pieter and me a gate pass, we did see them off at the gate. 
Then came the final goodbye with tears and all... 
They had to pre–board and thus we had to do it early. 
Dad thanked and thanked us over and over for the good times and for all we’ve done for them. 
Mom said over and over how much she appreciated it and that she couldn’t find words for it, she couldn’t tell us how much it meant to her. 
Glad that we could see them off and Dad emphasized on the fact that on their own they would’ve been completely lost.
That was the very last time that we gifted them with a ticket, for coming to visit us.
We've come 64 times long distance to The Netherlands and had Mom come 4 times and Dad 6 times to the U.S.A. of which we paid twice the ticket for both, twice for Dad alone and half for the first time.
That means a lot more than flying over to attend a requiem mass! 

The pain of parting is nothing to the joy of meeting again. - Charles Dickens quote.


The bitterest tears shed over graves are for words left unsaid and deeds left undone. - Harriet Beecher Stowe quote.


Those that attacked us for NOT showing up at Mom's funeral, due to Pieter's health issues because of heart cramps, and me still going to rehab for my hand, we forgive their act of bitterness.
May they too find the Peace that is in our hearts!
Yes, this post has been lovingly visited by my siblings; now 4442 times...

Related links:
{Mom Lived 11 Days Short of her 66th Wedding Anniversary} | previous post by me
{R.I.P. Dear Mom} | previous post by me
{My Angel Sister & Mariette's Back to Basics Explained} | previous post by me
{HAPPY Mom on her 90th Birthday - THANKS TO ALL OF YOU} | previous post by me and LAST time I got to see Mom in person...
{Happy 90th Birthday Mom} | previous post by me


56 comments:

  1. i'm sure she held your time with you as precious.

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    1. Dearest Theresa,
      Indeed, Mom sure held that time as very precious! So do I...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  2. What a lovely tribute to your folks, especially your mother. You would have made them even prouder and happier. Blessings to you for being such a caring and loving daughter.

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    1. Dearest LV,
      Thank you very much for your words! Mom was always very happy when staying with us here in the South and she told me already the very 1st time that she so well understood WHY we love to live here. It is for the very kind and warm people and that's how I still feel and having had my Mom understand this, even added to it. It is quite different from my birth country where people seldom express such feelings.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  3. Yes, I agree with LV...what a lovely tribute to your dearest and most beautiful lady, your mother. What a blessing for you to hold dear for ever, until you both meet again.
    Your mother I'm sure was very proud of her beautiful inside and out daughter...and a very strong heart and human being to endure hardships life gives us.
    I so admire you my friend.
    Love,
    FABBY

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    1. Dearest Fabby,
      Thank you for your straight from the heart words! For those 31 years I had to steal time with Mom whenever I had a chance, by going to visit her 64 times in The Netherlands and for pampering her on my side 4 times. This photo series is so precious as it shows how beautiful she could be when having an easy life! Glad I could give her that special time and this way I want to remember her; happy and beautiful and that will be like that until we meet again! Mom and I were both very strong in Faith and she always has been praying for her family and no doubt she will continue to do so.
      Hugs and blessings,
      Mariette

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  4. Dearest Mariette,
    this is a lovely post about your dear Mum!
    Sending Love and hugs and blessings,
    Claudia

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    1. Dearest Claudia,
      Thank you very much and we were blessed for having her this long!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  5. Oh sweetie what a beautiful tribute to your precious mom, she sounds like an amazing sweet, and caring mother...God bless her in heaven...

    Hugs~
    Mari

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    1. Dearest Mari,
      She sure was an amazing sweet and caring Mother! She is very close to me now.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  6. ♥♥♥
    Ganz liebe herzliche Grüsse an dich liebe Mariette!

    Julia

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    1. Liebe Julia,
      Danke sehr, du verstehst es ja wie es ist mit eine liebe Mutter im Himmel.
      Liebe Grüsse,
      Mariette

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  7. Liebe Mariette,

    man sieht, dass deine Mutter eine sehr liebe Frau ist.
    Sie strahlt Wärme und Liebe aus.

    Alles Liebe
    Elisabeth

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    1. Liebe Elisabeth,
      Ja das war sie und sie hat sehr viel gegeben an Wärme und Liebe.
      Liebe Grüsse,
      Mariette

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  8. Fijn dat je je ouders nog hebt kunnen laten zien waar je woont en zo'n onvergetelijke tijd hebt kunnen geven.Verjaardagen zijn speciale dagen waarop je vaak even terug kijkt in de tijd, vooral als die personen er niet meer zijn. De foto's zijn prachtig, je moeder ziet er zo mooi uit, bijna als een filmster.

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    1. Beste Marianne,
      Ja, dat is zeker heel erg fijn en dat over een periode van zo'n 20 jaar dat mijn Moeder hier 4 keer kon vertoeven. Ze is anders nóóit op vakantie geweest dus dit was mooi voor haar om eens echt te kunnen relaxen. Mooie herinneringen zijn die foto's!
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  9. Hello Mariette, You must be missing your mother terribly, and so these missed anniversaries are especially painful. I think, however, that the underlying message is that her long life was filled with many happy occasions, so that now you are remembering what a long and full life she had, and throughout it the happiness she was able to give and also experience.
    --Jim

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    1. Dearest Jim,
      Indeed I am remembering all those special moments of happiness that my Mom experienced. Being grateful that we could give her four times a relaxing vacation after a life long of hard work in the greenhouses and on the fields; plus raising seven children! Like her own Mother, she indeed lived a long and full life. Fond memories remain forever in our hearts and knowing that Mom is now very closely watching over us.
      Kindest regards,
      Mariette

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  10. Liebe Maariette,
    deine liebe Mutter hat ein begnadetes Alter erreicht und
    du durftest lange mit ihr zusammen sein. Dafür darfst Du
    dankbar sein.
    Liebe Grüße schickt
    Irmi

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    1. Liebe Irmi,
      Oh und wie dankbar ich dafür bin. Auch wenn die helft meines Lebens sie sehr fern war, sie war immer nah im Herzen und auch ihre lieben Briefe sind ein Schatz. Sie schaut mit vom Himmel.
      Liebe Grüsse,
      Mariette

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  11. Happy birthday to your mom in heaven. Those pictures are very beautiful. Love her smile!
    I'm glad you could get your mom and dad a non-stop flight after her final stay. It makes very big difference! I'm sure they were very thankful and proud of you. Hugs to you xoxo

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    1. Dearest Tamago,
      Thank you and she must have had a lovely first Birthday in heaven. Our daughter Anita always loved her smile so much. Whenever she visited with us during dialysis or at her Oma's home and even via her Skype video calls with Oma she LOVED that smile. I sure was glad that we managed to get them on a non-stop Dutch speaking Royal Dutch Airlines flight home. Having been in the air for 1,500,000 miles ourselves did yield some privileges, like on the first time they came over; checking in First Class with us on our Royal Wing Courtesy card and using the First Class Lounge at the airport. On the way back when I flew to my job in Germany, with them, all 3 of us got to fly in Business Class after using the Lounge in Atlanta. That makes all the difference. Mom was worth it!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  12. Fijn dat je zo vaak naar Nederland bent kunnen gaan en hen voor vakantie naar Amerika hebt kunnen laten komen. Mooie foto van je moeder. Leuk ook dat ouderwetse handschrift. Zo heb ik ook nog leren schrijven!

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    1. Beste Ada,
      Jazeker, we hebben altijd erg veel geïnvesteerd in onze ouders. Pieter's Moeder leefde helaas maar tot einde 1989 maar mijn Moeder heeft het ruim 31 jaar volgehouden sinds onze immigratie. Het waren ook haar énigste vakanties over haar hele leven maar we deden het met veel liefde voor haar.
      Ja, mooi die oude handschriften inderdaad, dat redden ze tegenwoordig niet eens meer zo mooi!
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  13. Dearest Mariette,
    How fortunate you are to have had such a beautiful, wise lady for your mother.
    My thoughts of {of} you and her are in my heart.
    Live in peace , my dear.......*s*

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    1. Dearest Suzi,
      Yes, I can sure call myself very lucky for having had such a sweet Mom!
      Thank you very much and wishing you a lovely weekend.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  14. Lieve Mariette ..
    Weer een hele mooie foto van je moeder ..
    Biebkriebels schreef in haar reactie net een filmster
    ik ben het helemaal met haar eens ...
    Je moeder schreef ook mooi .fijn om dat nu nog eens over te lezen ..
    En hoe haar gevoelens toen waren ...
    De schrijfstel doet me aan me eigen moeder denken ...
    veel liefs nieneke

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    1. Lieve Nieneke,
      Dank je en de mooie uitstraling van mijn Moeder kwam met name door het feit wat die welverdiende vakantie voor haar deed. Een keer niet hoeven te rennen voor anderen maar heerlijk verwend worden en niets hoeven te doen. Het geluk stráált van haar af en met name van binnenuit.
      Ja, van mijn Moeder's schrijfstijl heb ik nog heel veel, al haar brieven heb ik mooi bewaard en dat is ook weer een schat van onbetaalbare waarde.
      Heel veel lieve groetjes en fijn weekend.
      Mariette

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  15. Dearest Mariette,
    Such a nice tribute to your mom. You must have had one of a kind relationship with her. She is in haven but you are doing such nice things on this Earth. I am sure that your mom and your upbringing has a lot to do with your beautiful blogs. God Bless you.

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    1. Dearest Munir,
      Thank you dear and indeed, my Mom did raise me the old fashioned way and instilled very high morals on us by living as an example in a caring, loving and very religious way. Guess that does always show in the end and she earned her spot in heaven!
      Blessings to you as well,
      Mariette

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  16. Dear Mariette,i know you miss your mum.
    It is not easy with the loss of this sweet lady.
    The pictures are beautiful with your mum smilling.
    I'm sure she would be proud of you!
    Thank you for sharing those memories.
    Have a lovely weekend!Hugs!
    Dimi...

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    1. Dearest Dimi,
      Thank you for your words, it is a lot easier, knowing that my sweet Mom is in heaven and therefore forever at my side too. As long as I live I will honor her; she so deserves it, as she always lived a life of service above self.
      Happy weekend to you as well and hugs,
      Mariette

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  17. Dearest Mariette,
    Your Mom being in heaven now you love envision her like she looks stayed with you.
    Mum's words an unfogettable vaeation Mom van den Munchkot and Dad Yan den muncked.
    Most precious words of your guest book your givt of those Amesterdam The netherlands USA caed from your friend in Georgia.
    The heard remem bers most what it had love best. Your sweetheart of your Mom it had love best for evers.
    Wishing you to sending you Hugs and blessings.
    Michiko .

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    1. Dearest Michiko,
      Yes, the heart remembers most what it has loved best...
      Hugs and blessings to you,
      Mariette

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  18. Let Your Mom will always remain in your memory so beautiful as it is in the pictures. This and certainly was in his life not only look, but also the heart. Regards.

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    1. Dearest Giga,
      As beautiful she is in these pictures, she for sure will be like in heaven and that's how I want to keep her in my memory forever in my heart!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  19. Liebe Mariette,
    eine liebevolle Mutter zu verlieren, tut sehr weh. Die Erinnerung bleibt dir an all die schönen Momente mit ihr - sie war eine sehr schöne Frau - ihr strahlendes Lächeln ist ansteckend -

    ich drücke dich und wünsche dir von Herzen alles Liebe

    Ruth

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    1. Liebe Ruth,
      Ja es macht nicht aus welches Älter, es tut immer weh eine so liebe Mutter zu verlieren. Ja, ihr strahlendes Lächeln wenn sie glücklich war und ohne Schmerzen war ansteckend.
      Alles Liebe und ein schönes Wochenende für euch.
      Mariette

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  20. la tua mamma era bellissima, ora ti sorride dal cielo! ti abbraccio forte e buon fine settimana Lory

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    1. Cara Lory,
      Senza dubbio la mia Mamma è ora per sempre bella e con dolci sorrisi giù dal cielo ed essere al mio fianco per sempre, fino a quando ci incontreremo di nuovo.
      Baci e anche buon fine settimana,
      Mariette

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  21. A wonderful tribute to your mother. Although she didn't make it to 91, she still lived a very long, good life. It's lovely that you are able to celebrate her memory and reminisce on the time you were able to spend together so far from home. Best wishes and blessings, Tammy

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    1. Dearest Tammy,
      Thank you dear friend! She indeed lived a very long and good life! Such fond and very special memories we can forever reminisce on until we meet again.
      Hugs and blessings to you,
      Mariette

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  22. Hello dearest Mariette
    I loved reading those very personal messages from your parents.
    I know how much I miss both my parents too - they were the most important people in my life and no one else can ever fill their shoes.
    These are such precious memories for you.
    As you know, I make the long journey from New Zealand to France as often as I can to be with my daughter and her family. I understand the huge emotions your mother would have felt leaving you at the end of each visit. The excitement of planning this year's trip is wonderful but there's always the dark cloud, because I know that there is a departure date and I can't stay with them forever.
    You were so precious to your parents dear Mariette, their letters confirm their emotions.
    While you are reminiscing - think of the joy and love they brought to your life!
    Sending love and hugs
    Shane xox

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    1. Dearest Shane,
      Yes, you speak from the heart as you have lived through this yourself so often. It is difficult to say goodbye and each farewell is like a small piece of you is going to die... But how sweet the excitement of the planning is and yes, we can forever reminisce on such fond memories, full of emotions that evoked happiness.
      Love and hugs to you,
      Mariette

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  23. Lovely memories hold a special place in our hearts.
    Hugs Kay

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    1. Dearest Kay,
      Yes, indeed and that's where they remain forever!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  24. Sono certa che Lassù sarà stata festeggiata alla grande cara Mariette, circondata da LUCE, AMORE e da tutti i suoi cari che l'hanno preceduta. Non è distante da te, è solo dall'altro lato del cammino.....ma sempre vicino a te in ogni istante del giorno e della notte.♥♥♥. Paola

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    1. Cara Paola,
      Che è esattamente come mi sento su di esso e ti sai troppo. Posso parlare con lei in qualsiasi momento del giorno e chiedere qualsiasi cosa, come prima potrei chiedo sempre la mia angelo sorella e altri cari, come il mio prozio e sacerdote.
      Lei mi ha fatto dormire così meravigliosamente, per dodici ore... quindi so che è buona!
      Abbraccio grande,
      Mariette

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  25. Dearest Mariette; Wonderful tribute to your beloved mother and the memories with her stay in your heart forever,my friend. GORGEOUS smile she has in the picture♡♡♡
    My mother couldn't be 70 years old; half a year before that. And funny that I think about if I'll have longer or shorter life.

    Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend in America, xoxo Miyako*

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    1. Dearest Miyako,
      Thank you and yes, she sure showed a gorgeous smile to the photographer here in Macon, Georgia/USA. For once she was relaxed and really on vacation. Something she never ever has had in her own country; always work and more work, even when she was in pain or very sick.
      It is sad if we look at some of our loved ones that only lived a very short life and of course, it makes us ponder about ourselves. But for the time being we ought to live each day to the fullest. Your Mom for sure is also very proud of what her daughter accomplished and especially how apt she has become in English...
      Thanks for sharing your sentiments.
      Hugs and love,
      Mariette

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  26. 91 was für ein Alter! Meine Mutti wird diesen Mai 86! Sie möchte aber nicht so alt werden, wenn sie nur noch liegen könnte und noch mehr leiden müßte. Meine Großmutter starb mit 84, sie lag die letzten 6 Wochen ihres Lebens, bis sie starb, das war auch schon unerträglich. Damals gab es auch noch nicht viele Hilfen ...
    Man wünscht sich ein hohes Alter, aber ohne Leiden ...
    Ich hoffe, Deine Mutti konnte bis zum Schluß erträglich da sein.
    Eine Dialyse ist ja auch kein Spaziergang und die Mutter zu verlieren ist so unvorstellbar .... mir steht das ja noch bevor, da mag ich gar nicht drüber nachdenken.

    Alles Liebe für Dich
    Sara

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    1. Liebe Sara,
      Es ist nun mal so das keiner im Leben bleiben kann aber wie man sterben soll ist oft ein riesen Unterschied. Leiden ist nie schön und auch die Dialyse, wenn man das ausrechnet wieviele Stunden man dazu schon auf einem Bett liegen musste... Oft alleine, dann ist es nicht leicht! Und nie kann man noch Ausflüge machen weil es ja immer wieder zur Dialyse zu gehen muss. Damit hat man schon ganz wenig noch vom Leben.
      Mit 84 sterben ist noch recht jung aber vieleicht war es auch ein Segen, wenn man da liegt und leiden muss, ist es besser so.
      Ja ja, jeder steht so etwas zu warten und am besten ist man auch gut vorbereitet damit Beide mit ein gutes Gefühl auseinander gehen können; bis wir uns wiedersehen werden im Himmel.
      Ganz liebe Grüsse,
      Mariette

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  27. Liebe Mariette,
    nun bin ich noch einmal hier gelandet. Es ist so schön, daß Deine Mutter Dich mehrmals besuchen konnte und Du/Ihr sie sogar über 60 Male besuchen konntet. Das ist leider nicht jedem gegeben. Viele haben die Mittel nicht, um sich die Flüge über den Ocean leisten zu können. So bleibt es vielleicht bei einem einzigen Mal im Leben. Da mag man gar nicht dran denken .... denn wer weiß, wo unsere Kinder einmal "landen" ....
    Meine Mutti ist inzwischen auch schwerkrank, wie Du schon gelesen hast ... es ist sehr traurig und alles nicht so einfach. Ich kann Dir gut nachfühlen und so schön, daß Du diese schönen handschriftlichen Andenken an Deine liebe Mutter noch hast!
    Nochmals alles Liebe
    Sara

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    1. Ja so ist das, liebe Mariette. Man hat seine Eltern nur einmal, so sehe ich das auch und da tut man, was man kann. Und es geht eben nicht alles immer gleichzeitig. Ich wünsche Dir und Pieter, daß Ihr noch viel Zeit für schöne Reisen findet.
      Alles Liebe und danke!
      Sara

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    2. Liebe Sara,
      Ja, es ist sehr schön um soviele Besuchen gemacht zu haben um den Eltern wieder zu sehen. Auch aus Italien sind wir öfters die gute 12 Stunden hin und 12 Stunden zurück gefahren. Nicht leicht und auch immer köstlich die Flüge, statt Urlaub für uns beide aber wir haben es getan und das schöpft ein friedliches Gefühl. Nun wird aber mal Zeit das wir beide auch entlich mal etwas Reisen machen können! Wir haben uns auch vieles ersagen müssen deswegen.
      Jeder tut was er kann und es ist schön wenn man seine Eltern ein bischen begleiten kann auf dem schwierigen Weg.
      Ganz liebe Grüsse und ich wünsche dir viel Kraft!
      Mariette

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  28. Liebe Mariette, jetzt komme ich hierher noch einmal zurück. Danke auch für Deinen Kommentar in meinem Blog. Leider finde ich augenblicklich wenig Zeit durch die erneute Erkrankung meiner Mutter, mich um meine Blogs zu kümmern. Vielleicht darf ich Dich etwas zur Dialyse fragen? Das mache ich per E-Mail. Lieben Dank und alles Liebe für Dich und Deinen Mann!
    Sara

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