Wednesday, May 22, 2013

A/Alphabe-Thursday

Azalea in my mother-in-law's yard

A is for AZALEA and ADOPTED

Hi, all. I'm back from a difficult few days in Upstate New York where my mother-in-law - a very lovely lady - just passed away.

You know all those bad jokes and stories about mothers-in-law? That wasn't my husband's mother the jokes were talking about. My mother-in-law treated me like one of her own kids. In fact, I was called the ADOPTED daughter.

While we were saying our last good-byes, this lovely azalea bloomed in her side yard.

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45 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlMay 22, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    oh, i am so sorry for your loss. and so glad for your love of her - and her of you.

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  2. RedPatMay 22, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    I was worried that something was wrong in your life. I am so sorry for your loss, EG. My thoughts are with you and your husband. The azalea knew you needed a lift.

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  3. StephanieMay 22, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    I am very sorry for your loss. Very pretty flower.

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  4. Coloring Outside the LinesMay 22, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    So very sorry for your loss.

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  5. The CrankyMay 22, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss but glad the two of you had such a strong and loving relationship. Perhaps that azalea was helping her to say 'farewell, and Fare Well'.

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  6. MichelleMay 22, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    Sorry for your loss. Nice to hear that you had such a good relationship with her.

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  7. Ruth HiebertMay 22, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    My condolences on her passing.

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  8. JillMay 22, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    My heartfelt sympathy to you and your husband. I am so very sorry.

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  9. Buttons ThoughtsMay 22, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    Oh I am so sorry Cameragirl. They are beautiful.I am glad you had a wonderful relationship that means a lot. HUGS B

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  10. GeorgeMay 22, 2013 at 8:08 PM

    I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mother-in-law. It sounds as if she was a wonderful woman. I love the color of your azalea.

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  11. KarenMay 22, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    People and pets passing is so sad, sorry for you and your husbands loss, I love this shot of the azalea, it is beautiful.

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  12. lissaMay 22, 2013 at 8:35 PM

    I keep forgetting the name of this flower, thanks for the reminder.

    isn't such a joy to see the azalea bloom just as you were saying goodbye? I think it's a reminder how wonderful the world can still be.

    hope you have a sweet day.

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  13. IndraniMay 22, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Truly sorry for your loss!
    Great capture for the day!

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  14. AnonymousMay 22, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    Gorgeous photo of one of nature's gems ~ Enjoy ^_^

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  15. Pamela GordonMay 22, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss EG. The azalea will always remind you of her I'm sure. Blessings to you. Pam

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  16. Judy May 22, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss EG! I'm so happy too that you had a wonderful relationship with your mother-in-law.

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  17. NickiMay 22, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    My deepest condolences at the passing of such a special person in your life. Our Azalea have come and gone, but they were quite lovely while in bloom.

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  18. AnonymousMay 23, 2013 at 4:04 AM

    A beautiful flower which will always remind you of your mother in law.

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  19. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪May 23, 2013 at 5:11 AM

    great you had such a good relationship. Cherish it.

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  20. Along These Lines ...May 23, 2013 at 6:14 AM

    I have a great M-I-L, too

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  21. MarthaMay 23, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    I am sorry for your loss. I had a great MIL too, until my marriage failed and they took his side! Luckily I've reconnected with my sister-in-law since my ex's passing.

    The azalea is beautiful.

    A is for Assateague

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  22. Heather{Our Life In a Click}May 23, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss! It sounds like you had a great relationship. Very special! The azaleas are gorgeous too!

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  23. Cezar and LéiaMay 23, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    so sad news, sorry for your loss. I'm sending love and lights to your heart!
    Léia

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  24. Yogi♪♪♪May 23, 2013 at 7:21 AM

    So sorry for your loss. My in laws adopted me also. My father in law is gone but my mother in law is still around and very much part of our lives.

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  25. LowellMay 23, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    My condolences also. You were fortunate to have had a great relationship with your MIL. I did also, and when she died it was difficult for she was very much a "mom" to me.

    It is nice, though, that you have this beautiful azalea photo to remind you of her love!

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  26. Pride In Photos BeautyMay 23, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    Yes, you are right...I am sure it was a difficult last few days. So very hard to lose love ones...it just breaks the heart. Blessings to you and your family during this difficult time.

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  27. AnonymousMay 23, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. What a beautiful flower to bring cheer.

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  28. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com May 23, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    oh I am so sorry! No words can really help, either but you know that we'll all have you in our hearts right now...

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  29. Rose ClearfieldMay 23, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. It's great that you had such a wonderful relationship with her.

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  30. Susan AndersonMay 23, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    She sounds like a wonderful mother-in-law, and I am sorry for your loss.

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  31. LolaMay 23, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    So sorry for your loss.

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  32. JudieMay 23, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    I can soooo relate to this! My MIL was loving and giving. She once told me that I WAS a daughter to her, as much as the ones to whom she gave birth.

    My yard is filled with azaleas right now. I even have some that bloom from spring until winter.

    Thanks for your comment on my post. I just love being a gadfly!!

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  33. ViolaMay 23, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    Beautiful! :)

    Sure I've heard abut that bad jokes, I never have understood them, really.. I've been wondering if men are worst to complain on their mothers-in-law?? I might be wrong. My man does not complain, he is proud of my mum.

    :))

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  34. LmkazmierczakMay 23, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    May the Holy Spirit be a comfort and a guide during this time of loss....Lovely Azaleas...My new Website: http://lauriekazmierczak.com/abstract/

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  35. KayMay 23, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    Sorry for your loss! I share your feelings - my mil was wonderful, too. It's a blessing to marry and get a nice "second mom."

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  36. SusanMay 23, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Oh I'm so sorry. She must've loved you very much to treat you as one of her own.

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  37. Maria Emilia MoreiraMay 23, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Esta azálea tem uma cor lindíssima.
    As suas flores são um encanto.

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  38. Lisa GordonMay 23, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    I am truly so very sorry.
    I too had the most wonderful in-laws, who treated me like their own.
    May your wonderful memories of her bring you comfort.

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  39. AnonymousMay 23, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. How lovely that she referred to you as her adopted daughter.

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  40. fredamansMay 23, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    Her Azaleas are stunning!

    Sending my deepest condolences, warmest prayers and biggest (((HUGS)))

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  41. Kerri FarleyMay 24, 2013 at 7:11 AM

    So very sorry for your loss. Glad you have great memories of her :)

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  42. BettyMay 24, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You were very fortunate to have such a special mother-in-law. Beautiful picture too!

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  43. PondsideMay 25, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    You were certainly blessed to have such a loving mother-in-law. How sweet that the azalea bloomed at that time.

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  44. Gail DixonMay 29, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet mother-in-law. Looks like I missed a lot while I was gone. :(

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  45. JennyJune 5, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    That is amazing that such an absolutely beautiful azalea bloomed.

    Your Mother-in-law sounds like an amazing woman.

    I am so sorry for your families loss.

    Hang in there girl.

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