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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Amie, this was just the loveliest post. I could picture it all! And then you added photos as a bonus. Mother's Day is bittersweet when our mothers are a memory. Crying for mine and your mom as well.

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I think all our moms are spending their special day together, celebrating the marvelous women their daughters have become.

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Amie, this is the most beautiful post ever. I have tears in my eyes. ❤️

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Thanks, Kate; this means so much!

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May 8Liked by Amie McGraham

I have goosebumps!! 💜💜

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May 8Liked by Amie McGraham

"I rather think a mother’s sewing skills, if she’s ever acquired them, are a bit like mother’s ear. They never go away." I loved this post so much, makes me miss my daughter more than I thought I did, and can't wait to be with her again. Thank you.

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I’m glad to have connected you to lovely memories of your own daughter.

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Gorgeous.

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Beautiful!

I didn't know your mom collected pigs. Very fun! I've collected pigs since I was in the 6th grade.

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Love this, Krysi! The pig collection is the perfect topic for an upcoming newsletter. I’ll be in touch…

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Gosh Amie, I felt this in my stomach. Smack dab love, grief, and love again...thank you. I need a tissue. Hugs to you.

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

OMG Amie!! How much I love this story. Thank you so much for sharing. This one got me 🩷🩷

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I am always so happy to hear from you, PYT 😉Uncovering all these memories in the old issues of Cook & Tell has been quite a history lesson.

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

So beautiful Amie. This might be one of my favorites of yours.

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Oh Amie. This is really special. Very special. And I am going to try your oatcake recipe. Thanks for sharing yourself and your Mom with us.

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Thank you for reading, Lynn—hoping you’ll virtually share the oatcakes in our writing circle!

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Beautiful writing, beautiful sentiments. xo

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"All those showers and shampoos after your daily runs have left a lovely backlog of lilting, unfamiliar fragrance, a gentle reminder of your graceful presence." - Good line Amie. It appeals to our senses.

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Such a beautiful post💕. Your Mother had so many gifts to share with her followers and with her gifted daughter. Thank you for sharing this lovely letter from your Mother to her treasured daughter…you. 💕

It brought tears to my eyes in remembering my own Mother.

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Our mothers may have departed, but their love and spirit will always live in our hearts.

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Just perfect A. Love it, love you. Mom 2

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How lucky and grateful I am to have 2 moms! Hugs, A 💜

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I am lucky to have YOU. 🥰💝

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May 7Liked by Amie McGraham

Truly beautiful. I miss my mom every day.

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This is exquisite and heartbreaking, Amie—I can only imagine how touched and proud your mother would be.💕

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Such sweet sentiment, Ruth. Many hugs to you from afar.

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