March 9, 1935 My Mother's Birthday



Mom and Dad

 My mother Marlene Vincent would have turned 76 years old today. Happy Birthday Mom, there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. Although I am surrounded by the wonderful things you gave me, it's not the same as seeing you everyday and hearing your voice. I miss your laugh, but I saved many of your messages on my answering machine and find it comforting to be able to hear your voice. I miss your dark brown eyes, they showed your happiness as well as your pain. I miss holding your hand next to mine and seeing how they looked exactly the same. I enjoyed cleaning and doing your laundry because I knew how much it meant to you as you grew sick and could not do it on your own. You used to say to me; "Your a good cleaner, Grandma would be proud of you."I miss your cooking, I don't think I could ever duplicate your barbecue ribs, sauerkraut, pork chops or liver with onions and home made vegetable soup. You were a good mother, you did your best to raise all five of your children and protect us from harm. We each have strong family values, a strong work ethic and caregivers to anyone in need. I know that you are proud of all our accomplishments. I hope you have a big birthday cake in heaven and Dad is helping you blow out your candles.
Happy Birthday Mom, I love you!

Mom (second on the left)



My favorite picture of our family











1984

Mothers Day 2007