Mum, I don’t think I’ve ever truly put into words how much you meant to me. You were the heart of our home and the glue that held our family together. You had this incredible way of making everything feel right, no matter how difficult life became. From my childhood to my adult years, you were always my biggest supporter, my shoulder to cry on, and my source of endless comfort. Losing you has been the hardest thing I’ve ever had to face.
I still remember how you’d wake up early every morning to make breakfast, even on days when you didn’t have the energy. You were tireless in your love for us. Every Sunday, we’d gather around the table, and you’d prepare a roast dinner, full of laughter and stories. I miss that, Mum—I miss you. I never knew how much those small moments meant until I couldn’t have them anymore.
When you got sick, you faced it with so much grace. Even in the hospital, you kept a brave face, worrying more about us than yourself. I would have done anything to trade places with you, to spare you the pain. But you never complained. You showed us all how to handle life’s hardest moments with dignity. It’s something I carry with me every day.
Your absence has left a hole that nothing can fill. I still find myself reaching for the phone to call you, especially on days when life feels overwhelming. You were always the one I could turn to for advice or just a listening ear. It’s been so hard without you, Mum. But I try to take comfort in the thought that you’re at peace now, free from the pain that plagued you in your final days.
The thing that gets me through is knowing how much love you left behind. Every time I hear someone tell a story about you, or when I see a photo of us, I’m reminded of the impact you made on all of us. You were more than just my mother—you were my friend, my role model, and my hero. Your love still surrounds me, even though you’re no longer here physically.
I will carry your memory with me for the rest of my life, Mum. Everything I am is because of you, and I hope I can live up to the example you set. I care deeply that you were here, and I’ll continue to live in a way that honors you.
— Olivia, United Kingdom
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