My mother passed away today, with all her children sitting around her, holding her. Even if it was painful to see her struggle, the moment was beautiful.
It seemed that she was waiting for me to come home, before she was ready to leave us. 24 hours after I arrived she died.

She was ready to die, and is in peace now.

My deepest sympathies are with you and your family. HoosierAtHeART · 2010-06-10: 17:36

This is a beautiful and loving tribute. I'm glad she waited for you and that you could be with her as she passed on. DancingDolphin · 2010-06-10: 18:17

A precious tribute to someone so dear! I've prayed for you during this time and I'm happy that you can find the peace in her passing. I love birches, too - they're sturdy - yet delicate - and quite beautiful. They sound like your mother. Welcome back, Ole - we've missed you. djnana · 2010-06-10: 18:57

I know what it is to lose a parent. Someone who has showered unconditional love throughout ... Your tribute is most moving. She was waiting for you, you say. My heartfelt sympathies, my dear friend. Jothindra · 2010-06-10: 21:22

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family! I lost my mother some 4 and a half months ago, and I miss her so much! atszabo · 2010-06-11: 22:15

My heartfelt sympathy to all the family. MoMac · 2010-06-12: 09:22

She waited and you were blessed to be with her as she passed. My deepest sympathy to you and your family dear friend. 365edgar · 2010-06-12: 10:25