I can't even come up with a witty title

[Howard]

Guys/Gals

It seems I only come here lately to give you guys bad news.  If some of you are thinking that, think how I feel!

Life just got a little tougher for me.  On Sunday morning, my mother died suddenly.  I take great comfort in the fact that I was with her and she knew I was trying to take care of her when she passed, but this makes things that I thought were tragic look like good times.

Things have been crazy all week and I have wanted to come on here and tell you guys what's going on, but you know me

I'm okay.  Each day gets a little easier, but I am on my way to the funeral right now.  I had a few minutes for the first time in a long time, so I thought I spread a little Sunshine the way only I can

My mother was the happiest, sweetest person I have ever known.  She had three joys in life.  From the time she was a little girl, she wanted to be a nurse.  When asked why, she would say in the most innocent way, "Because I want to help people".  Her second great joy, against his constant protest , was her only son whom she named after the father she cherished.  Her goals for me--yes, I am talking about me!  I have no biological brothers --were far more simple than the ones I set for myself.  She always promised she'd love me no matter what--a promise she found a way to keep no matter how difficult I tried to make it --and she wanted me to live a good life and be happy.  Her third great joy had the best season they have had in eleven years this year!  I am glad she lived to see her Pistons make a remarkable turn around.  Some of us thought we'd never see that in our lifetime, no matter how LONG we were able to hold on

She will be missed by so many.  She touched so MANY lives!  But mostly she will be fondly remembered by those of us lucky enough to know her

Do me a favor.  For everyone who still can, slow down a second and give your mom a hug.  It will make you feel better and it will make mine smile while she keeps an eye on us from above

Sorry to constantly bring you sad news, but I knew that many of you would like to know

Keep the Faith!

I'll see you guys soon

H

[outwest77]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

You know, we all dont realize what we have until we lose
it, and this year has been one rough one for you my friend.
With your wife and now this.

Just be glad your mom was here as long as she was and know
that she will be smiling down and guiding you from heaven.
Friends and family are the most precious things we have and
we should all never take that for granted.
God bless you my friend.
Outwest

[Howard]

... in response to My prayers, posted by outwest77 on May 25, 2002

Outtie,

Thanks pal... very touching sentiments

I am looking at everything that way, the positive rather than negative.  It makes life easier to live and I KNOW that it's what she would tell me if she were sitting here jawing in my ear

Thanks for the thoughts man

H

[Jay]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

Hi Howard,

Sorry to hear about your Mom. I did enjoy reading a bit about her though. My own Mom passed away in '94. I wasn't lucky enough to be here for her, though. Consider yourself fortunate in that respect.

Chin up, Bro,
Jay

[Howard]

... in response to Re: I can't even come up with a witty ti..., posted by Jay on May 25, 2002

Jay

I do consider myself fortunate that I was able to be with her, even if I could do anything to help her, beyond what I did.

Thanks so much for your condolences

H

[dennis1964]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

You have my most sincere condolences.  I know that my mother is one of the most precious people in the world to me and the thought of knowing that one day I'll lose her devastates me.  I wish you all the strength in the world during this time and rest assured that you're blessed for being such a blessing to her.

[Howard]

... in response to Re: I can't even come up with a witty ti..., posted by dennis1964 on May 24, 2002

Thanks Dennis

Yep... I KNOW you speak the truth

Give your mom a hug for me

H

[DanAndChed]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

Howard,

Me and Mares are so sad.  We remember you mother well.  She has be one of the most gracious persons I've ever met.  Mares remembers the warmth that came from her the momemnt she met her on that visit and was looking forward to see her again.

We'll remember you and your mother in our prayers.

Dan and Ched

[Howard]

... in response to Re: I can't even come up with a witty ti..., posted by DanAndChed on May 24, 2002

Dan/Mares

Mom really thought highly of you guys  She would always tell me how adorable she thought Ched is and how similar she thought you and I were in personality and sense of humor.  She was so looking forward to see your little treasure.  Mom just loved babies so much  Tell Mares that I have been able to be strong in dealing with this because Mom has been giving me strength  I have had my moments, but for the first time in my life, I didn't try to hide my emotion.  The worst is over and now I mostly smile when I think of her  Gracious is a good word  She had so much fun meeting you guys.  Know that she is watching over you guys too  There was always plenty of Mom's love to go around

Check your email

Keep the Faith

H

[Mars]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

...My heart goes out to you, Dude.

[Howard]

... in response to My condolences to you Howard..., posted by Mars on May 24, 2002

Thanks Bro

It means alot

H

[greg]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

Gregory and Myself are praying for You. God Bless..

[Howard]

... in response to Howard, Sooo Sorry, posted by greg on May 23, 2002

nm

[Humabdos]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

I lucky that my Mom lives near by she's 78 I get to see her almost everyday. I know it's a terible lost to you.

Humabdos

[Howard]

... in response to Condolence Howard, posted by Humabdos on May 23, 2002

Sounds like you and your Mother have a very similar relationship to the one I have with mine.  Hug her and all of us will feel a little better

H