31 Things My Mom Taught Me
May 06, 2012
I guess one thing fabulous about having a blog is that I get to write what I want whenever I want. Sometimes writing can be therapeutic. As many of you know, my mom passed away on Friday, and the funeral was Sunday. Thank you for everyone’s incredible support. I thought I would share 31 things my mother taught me. I love you mom, and I hope you are in a peaceful, magical place.
31 Things My Mom Taught Me:
1. Family always comes first.
2. Travel as often as you can.
3. It’s hard to say no to your kids. Sometimes that is just okay.
4. Always have proper manners.
5. Dress for success.
6. Spend one-on-one time with your kids.
7. Take family vacations.
8. Fall in love with fashion
9. You can never have enough shoes.
10. You can never have enough purses.
11. You can never have too many clothes.
12. Getting your nails done every week is a wonderful thing.
13. Enjoy “me” time and get massages and facials as often as possible.
14. Having a professional do your hair from time to time is not a crime.
15. Exude great energy.
16. Follow your passions.
17. Be a person of great character.
18. Mountain Brook is a fabulous place to live, raise a family, eat and shop.
19. The best material gift for a woman is always jewelry.
20. Flowers always make the home brighter.
21. If you want it, find a way to get it.
22. Find friends you can count on.
23. Cleaning is not our “strong” suit.
24. Diamonds truly are forever.
25. Eating out is a luxury and always fun.
26. There is an incredible art to gift giving.
27. When you throw a party, go all out.
28. Be your children’s best friend.
29. Keep a comfortable, warm home.
30. Live every day to the fullest.
31. You are fortunate if you have a large family.
(photo above) My mom’s daughters and granddaughters.
32 Responses to “31 Things My Mom Taught Me”
May, 07 2012at 11:59 am
Alison, I am so, so sorry. My Mom passed away three months ago-- I can relate to how you are feeling right now. Your Mom sounds like a lovely, loving and wonderful woman, and knowing these things about her explains much about your wonderful spirit. I can only offer condolences and wish you peace with your grief.
xoxo
May, 07 2012at 11:02 pm
A beautiful tribute to your mom who was clearly a very special woman with a lot of wisdom. You and your family are in my thoughts.
May, 07 2012at 11:24 pm
Oh Alison! I'm so sorry sweets. I totally get what you're going through. I lost my mother to breast cancer 5 years ago. I don't think a day goes by that I don't think of her. I find peace in speaking aloud to her when I feel like I just have to tell her something important...silly I know, but it makes me feel better. My good thoughts are with you and your family!! Big hugs to you.
xo
Heather
Caren says:
May, 07 2012at 12:18 pm
This was a wonderful tribute to your Mom and certainly something that every girl should read.
I actually forwarded it on to other women. This needs to be seen. J
Looking at the picture of the 4 of you made me smile. Who was the brightest in the picture…..your Mom!
Hugs to all of you
Tami says:
May, 07 2012at 11:49 am
So sorry to hear of your loss...enjoyed reading your post about all you learned from her...love the family picture...nothing like family...sending prayers and condolences to you and your family as you remember your Mom and reflect on all her wisdom and wonderful memories.
Kristen says:
May, 13 2012at 12:33 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad you wrote this post - what a special woman she was and what an incredible role model she must have been. Hugs to you!
Cookin' Canuck says:
May, 07 2012at 02:13 pm
Oh Alison, I am so sorry for your loss. This is such a wonderful way to remember your mum and I'm sure it would have made her inordinately happy to know that she had passed on so many lessons to you. You and your family are in my thoughts. xo
May, 06 2012at 09:11 pm
Allison, I'm a new reader to your blog (just stumbled it today), but was touched by your writing. So sorry about your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says:
May, 06 2012at 09:52 pm
What fun life lessons your mom passed on. Sounds like she loved life. God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
margaret says:
May, 06 2012at 09:55 pm
great moms raise great daughters who become great mothers. So glad I got to meet you. Praying for you during this time and celebrating that you were raised by such a wise lady:)
Averie @ Averie Cooks says:
May, 06 2012at 11:00 pm
What a sweet post and love seeing the pics of all your gorgeous girls!
Sukaina says:
May, 07 2012at 02:34 am
Really sorry to hear about your mom Alison. What a fitting tribute.
Aggie says:
May, 07 2012at 05:41 am
Mothers (and daughters) are a treasure and your will always live through you. Im spry for your loss sweet friend, I hope you feel the hug I'm sending you.
May, 07 2012at 07:41 am
Such a lovely tribute to your mother.
I am so sorry for your loss, Alison. I can't imagine how tough this is for you. Sending you lots of warm thoughts and hugs.
Rhonda says:
May, 07 2012at 09:31 am
Alison,
That was beautiful!! That and the pictures brought tears to my eyes. I didn't really know your mother but from your tribute I know your mother said what people often think, but won't say outloud!! She had a wonderful outlook on life.
Jill Greenlaw says:
May, 07 2012at 09:41 am
What a beautiful tribute to your mother.
My thoughts are with you during these difficult days. xoxo
Alison Lewis says:
May, 07 2012at 09:44 am
Thank you Jill for your so sweet phone message this morning. so appreciated.
JulieD says:
May, 07 2012at 09:48 am
I'm so terribly sorry for your loss, Alison. I know it's be especially hard recently and I'm thinking of you and your family. xoxo
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says:
May, 07 2012at 10:10 am
I'm so deeply sorry for your loss Alison. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Sommer@ASpicyPerspective says:
May, 07 2012at 10:22 am
Oh Alison, I'm so sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. From this list, I can tell your mom was someone truly special.
Amanda says:
May, 07 2012at 11:12 am
I am so, so sorry Alison. Will be praying for you and yours. Blessings!
marla says:
May, 06 2012at 09:05 pm
Alison, this is so heart warming. Sounds like you learned a whole lot from your wonderful mother. I never knew her but these 31 special lessons make me feel like I did. Sorry about your loss. I am sure she has found peace and beauty on the other side. (( hugs ))
Jeanette says:
May, 09 2012at 07:07 am
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. She obviously taught all of the women in her life a lot. Beautiful tribute to your mom - she would be proud.
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says:
May, 07 2012at 02:31 pm
So sorry for your loss, Alison. Thinking of you and the family during this trying time. xo
Debbie Shevin says:
May, 08 2012at 06:20 am
Allison, I am so very sorry for your loss. I met your mom at one of the Rich family reunions....with my mother-in-law Alva Shevin Permutt. I'm sorry I didn't know her better, she sounds like a wonderful person. We should all adopt the 31 things in our lives.
Diane {Created by Diane} says:
May, 08 2012at 10:53 am
so sorry for you loss Alison. You mom sounds like a WONDERFUL woman!
Kathy - Panini Happy says:
May, 08 2012at 01:41 pm
What a wonderfully thoughtful tribute to your mother, Alison. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.
Russell van Kraayenburg says:
May, 08 2012at 05:00 pm
What a beautiful post and tribute. I am so sorry for your loss.
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