Halina Mokriakow

Mom,
It is now almost 2 years since you've been gone. The pain of missing you is still there. I wish that we could talk or watch a movie together. We had some wonderful times together and I am thankful for those.
I guess you know that Ray is now in Heaven with you. I imagine you were at the Gate to meet him and welcome him. I know he is happy and free from the mental and physical anguish that he had. It's just so hard to lose a loved one. I know it's not forever, but it still...

Mom,
Where has the time gone? It has been a fast year and a long year all in one. I can't help but want to turn down your street as I enter Millstadt, wishing so much that you were still there in your beautiful apartment that you loved so much. Cathy and I are watching Christmas Movies together now keeping the tradition going. I had a beautiful fall trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains this last week and could not help but think of you everytime I saw the beautiful red and yellow trees. ...

Hi, Mom,
It's time for us to start watching all your favorite Christmas videos. Irene and I took a foliage trip this year the way we use to. I miss you so much. I listened to your voice on the voice mail I saved. It was great hearing your happy voice.
I love you,
Cathy

Mom,
I can't believe it's been a year since you went to Heaven. I miss you very much.
I wanted to tell you about the new addition to the family. Mykl has a new baby girl. Her name is Evelyn Grace and she is beautiful. Elijah says he likes his new baby. Mykl is all smiles and happy to have a daughter.
Just think mom, the family started with 5 members and it is now over 60 members. God truly did bless your life in many ways. I can hardly wait to see you again. Meet you at...

Mom,
It is hard to believe that I have not talked to you in 7 months, where has the time gone. I miss you so much. I wrote something about the time I spent with you and wanted to share it with friends and family. Thank you for living the Christian life before us so that we could see Jesus by watching your life.

TEN LESSONS I LEARNED FROM MY MOTHER

1.Do not dwell on the illness or death.
We talked about death often and she was always pleased at the prospect...