Edith "Susan" H. Bowles

Mother

What gives beauty and meaning to life

is our capacity for giving to others,

our ability to experience joy,

and to share it with those around us.

On Mother's Day,

we wanted you to know how much we appreciated

the special person that you were,

and the caring things you did, thank you.

For being the kind of person who put others first,

and who can always be counted on for a warm smile,

a  word of encouragement and a helping hand...

You have enriched the lives of those who knew you,

in so many ways, and I hope you know how important

you are to all and how much we have loved you.

Happy Mother's Day, we miss you.

With love, at Easter.

Mom,

Everything about Easter reminds me

of all the things you did to make the

holiday such a special part of my childhood.

And all the ways your love has added

to my favorite memories of our family.

Thanks and happy Easter to all.

Happy St. Patrick's Day to everyone.

This day brings back memories of corned beef and cabbage, the smells of fresh baked Irish soda bread. The good fortune of having our own little leprechaun. Bob Spain wearing his green Irish hat.

The story of mom and Terri in Ireland and the kissing of the Blarney Stone.

May the luck of the Irish be upon you this day.

Love and miss you mom and Bob.

Love,

Suzanne

A year ago today, we tried to comfort you. Now a year later, we try to comfort our hearts.

I had wished to spend the day with my sister Terri and with Heather. Each of us though had spent the day differently. But together we celebrate this day, in remembrance of you-our mother, grandmother.

Flowers were scattered into the ocean in Crescent City by myself. Heather at Vista Point, and Terri in Hawaii.

You have touched our lives forever. We will never forget you, and the importance of what life meant to you. Good friends and family.

Love and miss, I always think of you.

Suzanne

Also in December 2009, your dear friend James McBride lost his battle and has joined you.

Love to all.