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My fifth Mother's Day without my mom. Thinking back, it's hard to believe it's been nearly five years, but at times, it feels like it's been a century, such a long and terrible journey without her. I miss her with all my heart, even as I celebrate another great mother in my life tomorrow, I wish it was her. I wish I could be in her arms again as a ( Read more... )

First things first. I've been back in the States for about a month now, despite not keeping my journal updated. At some point, I might update about my last few days in Japan, maybe through a photo post, but otherwise, I simply do not have the urge to really update anymore. I apologize in advance for that, but I really can't help how I feel. Maybe I ( Read more... )

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My mother passed away today at about 5:15 P.M.

I'll put up visitation and funeral times as soon as we plan them.