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Claudette Henson's avatar

That last bit...

I SEE YOU.

Precious words for a Mom to hear.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Claudette! Happy Mother's Day! xox

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KAREN V. BLOOM's avatar

Oh Julie this means so very much to me. Thank you so much for your kind words. When I was in the midst of it all sometimes everything gets blurry and this helped me remember too all the great times together we had. I love you so much and am so proud of the strong resilient woman you have become and are still blossoming. Yes, the spatula was my go-to intimidating disciplinary tool of choice. ❤️❤️

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I love you Mom. Have a wonderful weekend and safe travels back! :) I'll catch up with you soon. Happy Mother's Day!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

Oh Julie, what a fabulous tribute to your amazing mom! 🥰🥰

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Rebecca and so happy to see your smile today! :) Thanks for writing with us.

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Mary B's avatar

This is so beautiful, Julie. I have tears in my eyes. Thank you for sharing who your mom was and is and how her love and faith encouraged, molded, and supported you to be who you are. The bond is amazing.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Mary so much. I'm lucky to have a relationship with my mom and she doesn't live too far away. Have a wonderful weekend.

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Gary Spangler's avatar

What a wonderful poem of connection with your Mom. The picture of you two speaks the truth of your ties. Thanks for sharing your life with us, Julie.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I appreciate your message here Gary. That photo will forever be my favorite. Thank you.

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Linda McLachlan's avatar

Beautiful and I love that picture of you two.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Linda. Me too! That was the best marathon day.

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Olga Stewart's avatar

Happy MOTHER'S DAY to both you and your Mom. :).

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Olga, Thank you so much. :) I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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Kym Dakin's avatar

Beautiful. Words and photo!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Kym. Happy Mother's Day to you. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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Amie McGraham's avatar

What a special line: “to sing rather than shout”. And what a perfect snapshot of you two! Happy Mother’s Day, my friend.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Amie! :) I hope you have a peaceful weekend.

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Claudette Henson's avatar

Happy Mothers Day to you also!

And to all the Moms in this group!💝

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Renate Jacobsohn's avatar

lovely sxript to a mother.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Renate. :) Thank you for being here with us.

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3musesmerge's avatar

What a glorious recognition Julie!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Gail, Thank you so much. Sending you extra hugs and love. Happy Mother's Day.

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3musesmerge's avatar

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Clark Rose's avatar

The smiles say a lot

And body language confirms

Love binds both of you….

Julie, thanks for sharing your “origin” story. As your Mom’s head tilts toward you, we feel her unconditional love. You are blessed…♥️

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I truly I'm blessed. Thank you Clark. Will you see your mom this weekend? Any card games planned? :)

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Clark Rose's avatar

Yes. Mother Day’s Brunch & Dinner with MOMALA…

Jumble word and crossword puzzles…

Hard to keep up with my 100 year old Mom. 🙏🏻

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

woohoo! Sounds like so much fun! Enjoy :)

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