Summer brings back memories of Mom’s yard. What a special place it was. Mom created such a beautiful oasis for all of us. It felt cozy and warm and safe and nurturing.
The pool and the privacy of the yard, combined with Mom’s home cooking, which was always made with love, was pure perfection. I miss it terribly at times. But the one thing that brings me peace is that I always knew how special it was while it was happening. I never once took it for granted. I was always grateful for it.....and I told her so, many, many times.
This weekend my brother Anthony and I are heading out to Long Island. My sister Debbie called a few weeks ago to say that she wanted to do a good old-fashioned “Mommy barbecue.” This means breaking out the family recipes, including Grandma’s macaroni salad. It also includes a marathon evening of dominoes and rummy tiles. We would play until 4 or 5 in the morning at Mom’s.
I am very much looking forward to spending time with the siblings, my brother-in-law Jorge and my nephew Justin. I can’t wait to see Justin swim with his team Saturday morning. I mention this because his love for swimming began in Mom’s pool. She was instrumental in teaching him how to swim. She always had such a big smile on her face knowing she was leaving a legacy for him, and for all of us. To this day I swim in her honor, and with much gratitude.
So peeps, this weekend we are using old memories to create new ones. I’m sharing this with you as a reminder to stay in the moment with your own loved ones, to acknowledge the special memories you are creating right now, and to be sure you tell the people you love how special they are to you. Buon Weekend!
Big Love, PatriciaG
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