carol what are you talking about

Last month marked one full year since Angie died.  I don't mind admitting that I am very grateful for the passing of this year.  I find myself thinking less about the sad last 3 months of her life and more about the things that made me laugh.  Today when I was walking to my car after work, in the sunshine and 70 degree weather, I thought about how mom would love a day like this. 

If I could do one more thing right now with Angie this is what it would be... 

I'd call her up and here's how the conversation would go.

Me:  "Hey mom, I'm coming over.  Throw your glad rags on."

Angie:  "Carol?  What are you talking about?"

Me:  "We are going on an adventure." 

Angie:  "An adventure?"   (in a simultaneously excited and suspicious tone)

Me:  "Yep!  No questions.  Be down by the front door in 9 minutes." 

Angie:  "okay...."   (in same excited/suspicious but becoming more trusting tone)

And off we would head to Sheridans.  A scoop of vanilla with salted pecans for me and one carmel pretzel crunch for her... "and get me some extra napkins, and a lid so I can put the rest in the freezer if I can't finish it all".   We would sit in the car and eat our treats and she would look over at me and say "mmmm this is good."    I would say "mmmm, mmmm, mmm, yes it is, want to taste mine?"   She would of course say she did, and then I would taste hers, and we would agree that both were equally delicious. 

And that, is what we would do. 

The end. 

Comments

[Julie]

So glad that the memories are refocusing on better times, Carol. Your mom has a spunky look in that photo...I can almost hear your conversation just as you have described it. Through your many stories of her here, I almost feel I know her. You were blessed to have each other.

[Diana]

This made me smile. I wish you could have one more adventure with Mama Moss, too, Carol. Thanks for sharing your sweet memories with us.

[robin]

♥♥♥♥♥

[Geraldine]

Beautiful, beautiful, and so sweet.

[Shsrron]

What a sweet time, hugs...

[Amy at love made my home]

I do not know how to describe how your posts about Angie and your love for her make me feel, but you are a wonderful wonderful person and so inspiring Carol. Hugs to you and all good wishes. xx

[Joyce Resnik]

Memories have a strong purpose.❤️

[Chris Oliveira]

Sounds perfect. I am reading this today, which is my mom's 95 th birthday, and missing her too. Mine was Ruthie. And she would have loved your idea of a hot date too. Sending hugs and "remembering" Dear Angie.

[Dottie Moss]

Our dear Mom!! Inimitable! Thanks for you, sister.

[barbara]

I really love seeing Angie, and your sharing memories with us all.

[Loretta]

Everytime I see Mama Moss's picture, I just break out in a grin. It is very touching for me to read your memories and your longings, as they mirror mine for The Empress. You are never too old to need your Momma. x0x0

[Jan]

Thank you for your post ... it brought back all the good memories I have of my mom and our "adventures."

[Linda Watson]

What a great thing to do and remember. For me, the memories of my mom just get richer and richer. I know it will be that way for you too. How lucky we are to have those.

[Judy H.]

Always loved the Mama Moss / Angie stories. Sweet memories for you all. XXOO

[Joan]

Where has the time gone? Fond memories of shared laughs and good times, a celebrated life by those left behind...that's where memories fill in the holes and we can re-live precious moments with out loved ones and friends who have gone before us.

[Dottie Moss]

I like what Joan said about how memories fill in the holes.

[Linda]

Lovely.....