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February 6, 2011

Bridge for My Mother

Yesterday was the first death anniversary of my mother. I reflect on our special time together in her last months on the Sunshine Coast of BC before she crossed the final bridge. She too loved beauty in nature, so today I post a photo of a bridge I took on a walk with my nephew in a small park last year.

Sunshine Coast, 2010

I hope that bridge took you to somewhere beautiful, Betti.

Linked with Louis' Sunday Bridges.

27 comments:

  1. BlossomFlowerGirlFebruary 6, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    The bridge has rolled out the red carpet. A lovely photo.
    A sad time for you, and such a poignant picture.

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  2. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪February 6, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    The bridge lay out a red carpet for you.

    Think pg good thoughts of your mum.

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  3. AndyFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    It sure looks very slippery on the bridge. It's nice to have sweet memories.

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  4. JimFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    It's beautiful.

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  5. VioletSkyFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    You would want to hold on tight when crossing this bridge.

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  6. UnknownFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    The bridge has lots of character. I am sure she will like it.

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  7. SciaradaFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Ciao Francisca, a bridge, a symbol of union between our world and what it has welcomed people to our loved ones who are no longer here with us!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    A bridge of memories to be sure. Beautiful picture too.

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  9. biebkriebelsFebruary 6, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    A lovely bridge and a symbolic story.

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  10. Cezar and LéiaFebruary 6, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    So beautiful and touching homage!
    A nice Sunday for you sweet Francisca!
    hugs
    Léia

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  11. Tanya BreeseFebruary 6, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    What a beautiful tribute to your mother....prayers to you on her special day....

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  12. HFebruary 7, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    Great symbolism and an attractive bridge to cross. Hold on to the good memories :)

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  13. Debby Rose February 7, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Sweet bridge, and very moving post. Thanks for sharing. It's a hard loss...

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  14. jabblogFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    This is a lovely tribute to your mother. The time passes so quickly.

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  15. MarieFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:19 AM

    Moving! My mother died when I was 27, long ago. I like your bridge very much. And your post too.

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  16. LowellFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    I've found that time does mitigate the pain of losing one's parents, but we do not forget they gave us life and the many ways they blessed those lives.

    'Tis a beautiful bridge and a beautiful tribute, Francisca!

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  17. cieldequimperFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    She lives on in all the hearts.

    I hope you were careful, this looks like it was slippery!

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  18. ZyzzyzFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    That is a precarious looking bridge but aren't they all in some respect or other.

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  19. LesleyFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    a bridge to the other side... this is a nice choice.

    as for my post of the knitted bridge, there have been a few other local bloggers who have also posted it, so it is quite likely you have seen it before.

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  20. ChristineFebruary 7, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    A lovely tribute to your mother. And such a beautiful photo.

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  21. VPFebruary 7, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    She lives in your memories and this is a sweet tribute to her.

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  22. Kay L. DaviesFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Beautiful little bridge, Francisca. I know how difficult things can be the first year after the death of a parent. Hoping you are doing well.
    Luv, K

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  23. biebkriebelsFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Ik was verrast je Nederlandse reactie te lezen. Heb op je blog gezien wat een avontuurlijk leven je hebt gehad tot nu toe. Leuk hoor.
    Groeten, Marianne

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  24. EbieFebruary 7, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    A sweet post and a great tribute to your Mom. We get to cross our bridge when the right time comes.

    The green lichens are pretty!

    There were no people on the boardwalk, cause I waited patiently until they leave...

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  25. Sallie (FullTime-Life)February 7, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Such a beautiful bridge -- I am sure it WOULD take her to somewhere as lovely. I did not 'know' you a year ago, so I offer my sympathy now, because I know the feeling of loss does not go away after a year -- or several.

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  26. UnknownFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Lovely tribute, Francisca!

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  27. Louis la VacheFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    This is a fine tribute to your mother.

    «Louis» regrets that he was away all day Sunday and unable to comment then on your contribution to Sunday Bridges.

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