Mother's Day is not just for those who are still with us

My wonderful mum (pictured) passed away a few years ago and the pain has never left me. The loss is becoming easier to deal with as time passes and since I have experienced all the ‘firsts’ without her but I will always love her as my mother. Therefore, I feel Mother’s Day should not only be about those who are here to thank for everything they do for us, but also for those who have passed away.

While Mother's Day is a time to celebrate your mother, it can be one of the most difficult days of the year if you have lost yours. Seeing friends and family members publicly well-wishing their Mothers can be excruciating but remember that Mother’s Day is an important day for everyone; we have all had a mother or mother figure in our lives whether they are with us today or not.

While it may be a day of celebration, you may spend it mourning; it’s ok to cry and feel a sense of loss, however, her love will forever live within you. Finding positive ways to remember your mother on Mother’s Day is a wonderful way to celebrate her life and may help your feelings of grief on a day such as this.

Just because your mother isn’t here with you on Mother’s Day, doesn’t negate the love you have for her or your thankfulness for everything she did for you. Feel proud to celebrate Mother’s Day for your mother whether she is with you in person, or within your heart and your memories.

We are thinking of all the mothers who have been loved and lost.

All the best,

Dean, founder of Life Treasury

Remember you are not alone. You may have a friend or family member to talk to and remember your Mother on Mother’s Day. If you are struggling, Cruse Bereavement is there for you to offer bereavement support and advice. 

Cruse is the UK’s leading bereavement charity reaching over 100,000 people across the UK each year. They offer support, advice, and information to children, young people, and adults when someone dies and works to enhance society’s care of bereaved people. 

For immediate bereavement support contact their national helpline on 0808 808 1677 

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Olivia Wiles