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Southern Illinois

My mom was the best mom she could be for us/me. I was one of four kids in six years. My dad was a railroad conductor and Mom was a master-secretary taking both typing & stenography in the 100s.

Mom and I became best friends as I got older. She was pivotal in my life and made sure that my teeth were fixed. We gardened together (didn't matter who's yard.)

We had fun. Mom was loud and gaudy. like me. She never apologized any time she made someone blush by actually noticing them. Going places… read more

May 9
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In a heartfelt Mother's Day thread, members shared tributes to their moms, celebrating the unique ways each mother shaped their lives through... Read more

In a heartfelt Mother's Day thread, members shared tributes to their moms, celebrating the unique ways each mother shaped their lives through resilience, sacrifice, and unconditional love. Several members described deep personal losses, including moms who passed from illness or were now in nursing homes, and shared how much they miss daily phone calls, shared laughs, and simply hearing their mother's voice. A recurring theme was the bittersweet mix of grief and gratitude, with members finding comfort in memories, continued conversations with their moms in spirit, and the warmth of a community that truly understands.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

My mom and I, she's the best.

May 10
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I would be lost without my mum she is such a inspiration to me she walked away from my dad with 3 kids under the age of 3 because the pub meant more than us unfortunately to addiction. Then when I had a bad car accident was up 24/ 7 taking care of me as I couldn't walk for 3 months. Happy mother's day to all the mothers out there you's do a great job and it's not easy. Sending hugs

May 10
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Understood!
It's a good way of thinking about your mom.

May 9
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Gayle,
I don't know how to help you. i act like i know what I'm doing, but I'm making it up as I go.

May 9
A MyDepressionTeam Member

To bad that my daughters believe they are owes something that they don't have to work for like i did. That self entitlement crap will backfire one day. I suppose a few good spankings that I didn't give them, I probably should have! lol

May 13

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