She Was that and More

As many of you well know, I have been missing in action when it comes to blogging over the past couple of months.  I have been attending to my Mom in Florida.  Sadly, my mother passed away on June 19th and we took her back to New York, where we all grew up, to lay her to rest.

My Mom raised three boys, drove bus for 17 years, and had three husbands.  All preceded her in death.  My mother spent countless hours raising us, providing us with much comfort, while attending to our every need.  Mom was not much different in that respect than countless millions of mothers in America.

For me, she was nothing short of remarkable!!  She was a kind, giving and gentle person.   My dad taught us to work hard and to be dedicated no matter the task.  Mom was a great complement to my father.  She instilled in me the fact that, aside from hard work, what mattered is how went about our business.  By the way she lived her life, it was clear that we ought to be kind to everyone, reach out to help without being asked and to treat everyone with the same respect and dignity that we would expect from others.

I am certain that my teaching, coaching and the work I enjoy, in helping children through the work of our charity, is directly the result of my mothers guidance.   My mother meant everything to me and I am so proud to have called her my Mom.  I will endeavor, to the best of my ability, to continue to live my life as she lived hers.   Her loving charm, warmth and keen sense of being kind, no matter the circumstances, will continue to live on.  May she rest in peace.

Thanks Mom!
Dick