On Friday morning the first thing I read when I opened my computer was a Facebook post from my son. He had posted a picture of us that was taken more than thirty years ago – him sitting on my lap, both of us smiling into the camera – with the comment “Looking forward to the mother and child reunion this weekend.” He would be married on Saturday, and he had chosen the Paul Simon song “Mother and Child Reunion” as the song we would dance to. Tears – joyous tears – spilled down my cheeks, and I was filled with a love I think only a mother could know.
I have been to many weddings, and I knew this one would be special, but I never realized just how special. Love and happiness filled the air everywhere we went. Brian and Jane had planned a joyous event that celebrated "them." Family, old friends, and new friends gathered together with this common bond – my son and his special bride. Allan, my husband, and I were bursting with pride. Over the years we had our ups and downs with our son as most parents do, but somehow I always knew he would land on his feet.
Of course the setting helped to make the day special, too. The event was held in Brooklyn, with pictures taken under the Brooklyn Bridge and the surrounding neighborhood. With the New York skyline under a clear blue sky, the backdrop was perfect.
And somehow, when it came time for our dance together, I didn’t cry. I just enjoyed the moment and the wonder of it all, as so many memories filled my heart. Love you, Brian. You will be in my heart forever.
I have been to many weddings, and I knew this one would be special, but I never realized just how special. Love and happiness filled the air everywhere we went. Brian and Jane had planned a joyous event that celebrated "them." Family, old friends, and new friends gathered together with this common bond – my son and his special bride. Allan, my husband, and I were bursting with pride. Over the years we had our ups and downs with our son as most parents do, but somehow I always knew he would land on his feet.
Of course the setting helped to make the day special, too. The event was held in Brooklyn, with pictures taken under the Brooklyn Bridge and the surrounding neighborhood. With the New York skyline under a clear blue sky, the backdrop was perfect.
And somehow, when it came time for our dance together, I didn’t cry. I just enjoyed the moment and the wonder of it all, as so many memories filled my heart. Love you, Brian. You will be in my heart forever.
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