SHIRLEY M. BATES

I just looked at a picture of you and burst into tears. I miss you so much Nana. I can't believe it's been 9 years... it still feels like yesterday sometimes. I love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck Until we meet again

Totally missing my mama, today. As my anniversary approaches, along with her wedding anniversary with my dad, AND her birthday, I'm just a mess of emotions. Mommy, if you can feel my heart, know that I love you. Know that I miss you. I just had to let the world know how much you are loved. I think there's a party coming up with your name on it. Stay tuned!

Missing you physically since 2015; but always having your spirit makes life better. Loving you always, Mommy. Until we meet again.

My Dear Mother, you are so in my thoughts. Memories are coming and going into and out of my mind. Yesterday, August 12, was the 6th anniversary of quiet relocation to your new mansion; your new home. Yesterday was a hard day for me but you sent your comforting love from above. God sent His peace. I miss you, Mommy. Remembering your last spoken words: `what are you up to?´ Well, today I´m up to working hard and making you proud. Thank you for thinking of me. I´m `thinking of you.´ I love you,...

Here are some thoughts of my dear mother, Shirley M. Bates.

A year ago, July 18, 2015, while a visiting nurse was interviewing and examining you, it was determined that you needed to be transported to the nearest emergency room: your sweet heart was beating much too fast. Bill, Joy and I were attending a lovely social event as a family; something that we'd done too little of in recent times. Little did any of us know at the time, you would only return home to prepare to transition...

I recently posted a picture for Mothers Day 2016. The picture I posted showed my "Big Sis, My Mom, and My Dad. I carefully looked at the pic before I posted and found myself in tears. Everyone in that pic is no longer here. Yes, I grieve, still, but I am comforted in knowing they are not in pain, no longer suffering, and most importantly...They are with THE MOST HIGH LORD!!

In loving memory and honor of the best mother in the world. Dealing with all the firsts without you, Mommy, is so hard: the first Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday, and Mother's Day. The only thing that makes it bearable is knowing that you are at peace. Rest on, Dear Mommy. You may be gone, but you are never forgotten. I love you.