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Maris Wistar Thompson's avatar

Susanna, I really love this article so much. It makes me think about my mother, which I do so often, every day, , but I love hearing about your mother and her hands that you inherited! Sadly, my own mother died when she was only 46 and I was 25. You have encouraged me to think about what I might have inherited from her. I inherited her name but not much physically, more to do with personality, probably her sense of humor which has been a huge help!

Despite the short time my mother was in my life, I realize more and more that her influence on me has been extremely important and profound. Of course, life is full of difficulties, insecurities, complications with situations and people but I think that one of the most helpful and valuable things that she gave me to deal with all this has been the confidence to feel comfortable in my own skin. Endless and deepest thanks, Dearest Mum.

Thank you so much, Susanna, for the article that inspired me to consider more deeply what my mother meant to me and what she gave me.

xoxoxo,

Wissie

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Bonita M Browy's avatar

Many years ago one of my cousins took notice of hands and said if I ever wanted to see my mom I could just look at my hands. She was right. Mom's gone now, but when I miss her I just look at my hands!

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