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Lauren's avatar

"I miss her, my albatross." The truest words you could speak about these enmeshed mother-daughter relationships, here at the end of a long, painful, bewildering road. My heart goes out to you. I'll be in this position soon myself.

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Charlotte Freeman's avatar

My heart goes out to you. It's a tricky thing, but ultimately, an enormous relief.

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Christopher Bey's avatar

Thanks for your heartfelt and evocative writing, Charlotte. I can relate to your missive as I am shepherding my mother to her next life during these wee days of winter. All the best for 2023.

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Charlotte Freeman's avatar

It's a sacred duty, even when it's so hard. Godspeed to you both.

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robert porte's avatar

it's in the cards, big hugs

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robert porte's avatar

Thank you for this my friend. I can so relate.

Much love and good health to you, your critters, garden and himself especially this next year...

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Charlotte Freeman's avatar

Hello dear friend! Come see us sometime this year ... best to you for this new year as well. We miss you ...

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Anna's avatar

Beautiful essay, Charlotte. Onto 2023 we each and every go. All best.

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