“I miss you Mumsie. If you were here, we'd be packing up to head to OH for Jerry and Linda's wedding. I have too much time on my hands now. Other...Read More » ”
1 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“This one is for Grama and you both...I'm smiling (to myself unfortunately) because today is Grama's 105th birthday. Remember how in the past few...Read More » ”
2 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne Gordoni

“My first Mother's Day without my Mother - lonely. Everyone was as sweet and thoughtful as always, but I was mad. I couldn't stop the feeling even...Read More » ”
3 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Mumsie - I never thought I'd have to go through ANY of my life without you. Statistically, we both knew that would have been rare, but I hoped...Read More » ”
4 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Mommy - so many people in our family promised to come back to see us and you promised, too. So where ARE you? I'm afraid you're having so much fun...Read More » ”
5 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“I haven't talked to you in forever it seems. Have you found George yet? His trip upstairs was on 4/16. When you see him, give him a hug and tell...Read More » ”
6 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“Mommy - I'm sitting here at work, singing "Animal Crackers in My Soup" with Shirley Temple. I loved when you and I would sing goofy songs and laugh...Read More » ”
7 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Yesterday, I went to Lake Conway and took a nap in my bed. The bedroom's not the same, nor is the bed, but the memories are the same. What a...Read More » ”
8 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I'm missing you Mommy. I want to crawl into our hospital bed and snuggle up against you and take a nap. I hope you are watching over me. Loving...Read More » ”
9 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“HAPPY 80 WOW MUMSIE! I wish I could Fedex you an ice cream cake roll. I didn't forget you wanted a cake roll for 80 Wow and now I can't get it to...Read More » ”
10 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I can't even tell you how much I am missing you because there are no words strong enough to describe the loneliness and emptiness. I was sick for a...Read More » ”
11 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Saturday was a gorgeous day, Mommy. It was 80 and sunny and Dad and Erin and Cody and Jeff and I went to the track. So many events are full of...Read More » ”
12 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Morning Mumsie. I'm wearing the earrings you bought me for my birthday and I got another compliment the other day. It seems like every time I wear...Read More » ”
13 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“I'm sorting through a bunk of junk and papers on my desk and in my drawers, and sadly, I came across the stationery from the Adam's Mark in St. Louis...Read More » ”
14 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“My iPod is playing "Always True to You" and I'm singing right along. "I'm always true to you darling in my fashion. I'm always true to you darling...Read More » ”
15 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Leo came up to see Dad and just got in today. They ate at Golden Corral in Conway. It reminded me of the Mother's Day Dinner I owed you...I'll take...Read More » ”
16 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I haven't done it in a long time and today I got back from lunch and without a thought, I picked up the phone and called you...before it answered...Read More » ”
17 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“Memory for the Day: this morning on the way to work, I passed the Dickey Stephens Stadium (as I always do) and I remembered when we were there on...Read More » ”
18 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“An old song just came on the radio called "In the Mood" by Glenn Miller and I remember it being on one of your old 33's. I remember when we used to...Read More » ”
19 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Mumsie - thanks for treating Dad and me to the symphony! He looked wonderful with a nice sportcoat and his Knights of Columbus pin on his lapel. ...Read More » ”
20 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“Janis Joplin's pounding away at "Me and Bobby McGee" and I'm remembering as we got older, neither of us could carry a tune in a bucket, but we sure...Read More » ”
21 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Misser - I just went to You Tube and listened to "Soldiers Who Want to be Heroes" and "Before the Monkeys Came". I reminisced about our trip to...Read More » ”
22 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“The other day, a perfect opportunity arose and I said Nice Fine Grind...Dad didn't know (or forgot) about it. Nobody knows and I have to hold the...Read More » ”
23 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Everyone always pats your shoulder and tells you "life goes on". It does, but what are they really saying? Is it just a polite way of telling you...Read More » ”
24 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“"You and Me Against the World"...and every time it plays I will try to let you know. It makes me miss you so much, Mommy. At the end when she says...Read More » ”
25 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“This is Gayle Anne Gordoni oroni oronio, checking in with you and Grama and remembering a special time in my life. Mommy, I keep your secret $100...Read More » ”
26 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I was just wondering...what is it you DO all day?! You can't be praying ALL the time, can you? Do you get to fly around and see family and friends?...Read More » ”
27 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“"Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" is playing and I'm missing you. Sad Baby Girl :( ”
28 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Do you remember when I loved your diabetic socks and you sent Dad to the store and bought me bunches of them? I wore a pair all day Saturday and...Read More » ”
29 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“Watching "Hoarding" without you is frustrating...other than you, I don't know anyone who watches it. I have no one to say, "ewww, did you see the...Read More » ”
30 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“Dad came to work today and brought me 4 packs of Squirt! Now I have 1 for work and 3 for home. Seems the only place that sells it anymore is the...Read More » ”
31 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“"Blessings in Shades of Green" is playing and I'm remembering when it was so hot in Phoenix that we stuck to the asphalt! Did I ever tell you what a...Read More » ”
32 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“My favorite voice mail from you is one where you call me Mister Honey. I now have all your voice mails saved on my computer so I can hear your voice...Read More » ”
33 of 128 | Posted by: Mister Honey

“Jeannine Adele - I'm so mad that you're not here with me. Some days I'm sad, but today I'm angry. Why, you ask? Because American Pickers are...Read More » ”
34 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I bought a box of our French Mints and will probably keep a box on hand forever and ever. Whenever I indulge, it makes me feel like you're here with...Read More » ”
35 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“Almost 6 months and I still reach for the phone to call you. It's the hardest part of adjusting to you up there and me down here. I want to know...Read More » ”
36 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Mommy - I spent Saturday night in Conway. As we always said, there is nothing like a sunset or sunrise on the water. Sunday morning was...Read More » ”
37 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Robert is singing "If Ever I Would Leave You" and Iam remembering you taking me to the audition at Signet Players. I was so afraid, but you...Read More » ”
38 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Mommy - I don't think I told you, but I only heard "Christmas Carol" one time this year and tears flew out of my eyes (whoosh)! It's hard to explain...Read More » ”
39 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I'm back Mommy. It feels like months since I've "talked" to you. London was like walking back in time to the 12th Century. The architecture is...Read More » ”
40 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“I'm having such a lonely day there's a lump in the back of my throat and doesn't "You and Me Against the World" start playing on my computer. Do you...Read More » ”
41 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Robert Goulet is singing "If Ever I Would Leave You" and the memories come flying back...Signet Players, my first audition, you encouraging me,...Read More » ”
42 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Mumsie - since all my good stuff is packed away, I had no earrings. Erin and I went to Dillard's and I found a perfect pair, simple silver knots. I...Read More » ”
43 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“There's an online website offering 1/2 off on a 1 or 2 night stay on the Delta Queen Steamboat Hotel. It's docked in Chattanooga and it makes me so...Read More » ”
44 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“"She is too fond of books and it has addled her brain" - Louisa May Alcott She wrote about YOU, Mumsie LOL I love you. I love you, too. See...Read More » ”
45 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Eight unique and cool memories to remind me of MY Mommy: 1) How many mothers own a laminating machine?! My mom could laminate recipes, luggage...Read More » ”
46 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Missing you Mumsie - XOXO Flower XOX?O ”
47 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“We were all talking about you on Thanksgiving...we don't think we can survive much longer without a batch of your scrumptious coffee cake! I have...Read More » ”
48 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Baby Girl has been missing her Mommy. I can't tell you how comforted I was when you talked to me in my dream. If it never happens again, it will...Read More » ”
49 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Phrases I'm afraid I will forget over time: j'ai besoin de, je slaught, mange crut, and "we say" - so to help me remember, let me say: J'AI...Read More » ”
50 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“So much stress and trauma, good and bad, and no Mommy in sight. I hope Mommy can see me and know what's happening in my life. I hope prayers can go...Read More » ”
51 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I got a Chefs Catalog in today's mail and opened it and immediately got sooo sad. You must've owned every kitchen gadget and/or device made! It was...Read More » ”
52 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“"Gypsies and Flam Bam Thieves" is playing...I miss you Mumsie. I have so many things to discuss with you. My heart is happy and broken at the same...Read More » ”
53 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Mommy - so much is happening and so fast and I feel like I'm in a whirlpool with no way out. It would be a dream if you were here so I could just...Read More » ”
54 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I'm wearing our Blue Seiko now. The Rolodex is too loose and would cost way too much to get fixed. It feels better wearing the one that was on your...Read More » ”
55 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“"Moneyball" was on TV and I watched it, remembering what a great day we had when we saw this in the theater. There are so many things I have to do...Read More » ”
56 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“"Can't Get Used to Losing You" by Andy Williams is playing and I remember that being one of the songs I played over and over at The Eagles. I sang...Read More » ”
57 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“I have the Broadway Channel on my computer and "They Call the Wind Mariah" is playing. Makes me think of you. Who am I kidding? Everything in my...Read More » ”
58 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I'm at work, listening to Patsy Cline on my computer and getting melancholy for you. I can't count how many times we played and sang along with her....Read More » ”
59 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“It's 12:30 am and I can't sleep. I am aching inside to talk to you. I'm aching outside because my hand isn't responding to OTC pain relievers. I can...Read More » ”
60 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Erin and I went to Early Voting yesterday. I sure wish we could have another political discussion. Your opinion is needed and wanted, Mommy! I...Read More » ”
61 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Yesterday was George Reynolds' Birthday and Grama's Angel Date. Did you get together with Grama and Joan and have a Black Russian? Who could forget...Read More » ”
62 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I have so many awful "firsts" to get through...today I went and got squashed without you. I had to buy my own pad and sit by myself and no more same...Read More » ”
63 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“The Vermont County Store Catalog came in today's mail and you immediately came to mind. It's been a tradition for so many years, but this year I...Read More » ”
64 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I was just remembering our trip to Phoenix to see Rod McKuen. It was so hot!!! Remember when my flip flop stuck in the hot asphalt and I walked out...Read More » ”
65 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Angels When you were born, an angel smiled, As you became a child, an angel sat on your shoulder When you became an adult, an angel held...Read More » ”
66 of 128 | Posted by: Kelly - Twinsburg, OH

“I needed another minute in the toaster for my English Muffin, so I went to set a 1 minute timer on my phone. It was preset for 5 minutes and you...Read More » ”
67 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I want SOOO much to be able to call you, tell you about my doctor's and dentist's appointments, Erin and Cody's house, just the day to day stuff that...Read More » ”
68 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Just a quick Monday morning hello to tell you I was reading the paper on Sunday and there were pictures of sculptures and one was a Mobius Strip. I...Read More » ”
69 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Jeannine Adele! You'll never guess what I just found out...remember the old martini mixer and glasses from our days back in Sherwood Apartments? I...Read More » ”
70 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Do you remember when you returned the "fruitless" Dannon yogurt two times before the store explained to you the fruit was on the bottom?! I laughed...Read More » ”
71 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“I keep getting emails from Vera Bradley and every time I go into a Hallmark store, I look for Happy Snails. You were an obsessed woman who had more...Read More » ”
72 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“Tomorrow your house will be raised 24" to ensure it never floods again. What I wouldn't give for you to be here to see it happen and to share in the...Read More » ”
73 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“"You and Me Against the World" is playing. Do you remember us crying while singing, "when one of us is gone and one of us is left to carry on...then...Read More » ”
74 of 128 | Posted by: gayle

“"Blue Velvet" by Bobby Vinton is playing and I'm back in time at the Eagles on a Sunday morning. I'm drinking a coke and my hand is full of quarters...Read More » ”
75 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“It was hard walking around the house on Saturday morning in Conway. The day was picture perfect. I drank coffee and puttered around, organized,...Read More » ”
76 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“I'll be in Conway tonight...another sunset without you, Mommy. I didn't sleep well last Friday and I hope this Friday is better. It seems like I'm...Read More » ”
77 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“My "Mumsie Loves Flower" bear is keeping an eye on me today. I'm starting to get holiday catalogs already and my heart breaks. Every year I peruse...Read More » ”
78 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I'm listening to Richard Burton singing "Camelot" and it hurts. The memories are so strong, Mommy. I remember you and grama taking me to all the...Read More » ”
79 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Another one of those "only you will understand" stories...Jane Goodall is going to speak at UA Fayetteville on 10/25 and I have no one to take with...Read More » ”
80 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Mumsie - you left meand this will save me money, but in a very painful way...I never knew how much we were into JUNK Catalogs until recently. There...Read More » ”
81 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I get so frustrated at not being able to call you. I can accept all the other losses, but the need to pick up the phone and talk with my mom is SO...Read More » ”
82 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Mom - today is Jeff's birthday. You can't tell Jeff Happy Birthday, but you can go find Eddie and tell HIM Happy Birthday! I miss you so much. ...Read More » ”
83 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Mommy - I had a disturbing dream last night and I have no one to tell. The little things are the hardest. I want to tell you about it and see what...Read More » ”
84 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“I keep seeing your "No No" commercial and I admit to being curious. If you had hung around another month, you could have talked me into it :). ...Read More » ”
85 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“I just watched Dayle Hinman walk down that long hallway...she must be sooo tired, huh?! LOL It's hard to laugh alone Mom. Tomorrow is the move....Read More » ”
86 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Mumsie, when you made the trip to Heaven I inherited your perfume collection and whenever I'm sad or lonely, I spray some of "Mommy" on me and feel...Read More » ”
87 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Guess what? Little Pete ran into Roy Drowlette! They both go to the same church and ended up in a meeting together. They both live in Twinsburg,...Read More » ”
88 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Reverend Blue Jeans is playing and I'm laughing at you and missing you so much. Are you "keeping an eye on me"??? I love you Mommy. X's and O...Read More » ”
89 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“The other day I told you that you shared your Angel Date with Harry Chapin. Yesterday I was going through some of your papers and I found Daryl's...Read More » ”
90 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Mumsie - I miss you soooo much. It's very hard to do everything to get Dad settled back on the lake without YOU. It seems so wrong, so unfair. ...Read More » ”
91 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“Mommy - I was just reading something about Harry Chapin and discovered you and he share the same Angel Date. I wonder how things are done in Heaven....Read More » ”
92 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Mumsie - back in the pocket and on the clock! Are you proud of me for having driven 960 miles in one day?! It was the Thumbie that kept me going. ...Read More » ”
93 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“We never watched our Titanic DVD. I put it in at work today and it's wonderful! Not an advertising blurb like we thought it might be, but a great...Read More » ”
94 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“BIG hurt...it's 11:11 am and the guys are out of the office and I ALWAYS call you. I go to pick up the phone and get a pain in my chest and realize...Read More » ”
95 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“Misser - tomorrow I leave on a trip to Cleveland. This trip has some poignant "firsts": my first trip without you, my first trip without the magic...Read More » ”
96 of 128 | Posted by: Mister

“It was just a few weeks before you died and we were reminiscing about the time you pushed ME in a wheelchair, all around The American Queen. ...Read More » ”
97 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Mommy - I am juggling so many things right now and it's exhausting and so stressful. All I need is to hear you say, "Gayle, I need your glib tongue"...Read More » ”
98 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“Guess what?! I am wearing your thumbprint! EEEKKK - creeps a lot of people out, but it makes me feel like you're touching me somehow. And I think...Read More » ”
99 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Jeannine, please keep an eye on your beautiful daughter Gayle. She is having some difficult days missing you. I know that you are so happy to see...Read More » ”
100 of 128 | Posted by: Kelly

“I wanted to call and tell you about another of my weird dinners...but I guess I'll have to confess it in your Guest Book. Not my preferred method,...Read More » ”
101 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“Oh my gosh, if only I could pick up the phone and call you! You'd laugh right along with me. The American Queen is stranded in Memphis TN because...Read More » ”
102 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Four weeks ago today at exactly this time we were discussing calling the ambulance. Who knew it would be our last trip? We didn't even really get...Read More » ”
103 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“"Me and Bobby McGee" is playing in the background and I remember how many times we sang this one together (even when we couldn't SING anymore). The...Read More » ”
104 of 128 | Posted by: Mister

“It just kills me that I can't pick up the phone and call you. I just read about a mass shooting at a Temple in Oak Creek WI and I'd give anything to...Read More » ”
105 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne

“I may have to give up on "Hoarding, Buried Alive" because we can't bash the hoarders together and because I can't tease you about being a hoarder in...Read More » ”
106 of 128 | Posted by: Flower

“To Gayle and all your family we are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Just hold onto the good memories and good times that you all...Read More » ”
107 of 128 | Posted by: Craig & Rita - Cabot, AR

“Reverend Blue Jeans just came on and only you and I know the joke. It's hard to laugh alone Mommy. XOXO XOXO ”
108 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Just 3 weeks ago today, we were discussing calling the ambulance to take you to the hospital. It seems like it was years ago. I've lived through...Read More » ”
109 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Gayle, I am sitting here thinking about all the laughter-filled moments your mom created, using her gift of humor and seeing the comedy in life's...Read More » ”
110 of 128 | Posted by: betty bruce - oakton, VA

“Thoughts for the day: 1) Nose Holes 2) Ear Holes Need I say more? I think NOT! LOL "I'm missing on you, Misser." xoxo xoxo ”
111 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“Pretend this candle is a Coleman lantern. We're in the hospital in Mauston awaiting the forecasted blackout. We have microwave popcorn and are...Read More » ”
112 of 128 | Posted by: Baby Girl

“I was doing fine until lunchtime and then another meltdown occurred. I need to be able to call you, to hear you say "hello Flower Anne", to chit-chat...Read More » ”
113 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“I hope I'm doing everything the way you wanted, Mumsie. It's difficult to end your chapter of life on earth. It helps knowing you are really STILL...Read More » ”
114 of 128 | Posted by: Flower Anne

“This morning on the radio they were discussing the Olympic Opening Ceremony tonight. It makes my heart hurt to know I won't get to talk to you about...Read More » ”
115 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle

“Gayle and family, We are so deeply sorry fort the loss of your mom. She was a precious lady. I know you miss her more than words can say, you were...Read More » ”
116 of 128 | Posted by: Debby Hunsaker - Bryant, AR

“So, are you back to reading the paper and doing the crossword puzzle? Maybe now you can read the Milwaukee and Cleveland papers, too! It's so...Read More » ”
117 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle - daughter

“Gayle, I am so sorry for your lost. Yes, anyone who knows you, know how close you were to your mom. I am praying for you. You continue to ask...Read More » ”
118 of 128 | Posted by: Carolyn Middlebrook - Blytheville, AR

“Bobby Vinton's "I signed the sway" just came on the radio and you're right back in my head again. What will I do without you? It feels like my head...Read More » ”
119 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle - daughter

“Gayle, So sorry to hear about your mother. I know we haven't seen you for a while but we think of you often. Your in our thoughts and prayers. ...Read More » ”
120 of 128 | Posted by: Dale McGinley - Hensley, AR

“Gayle, I am so sorry to hear about this. I haven't talked you for awhile and I havent checked my e-mail for a few days either... Please please know...Read More » ”
121 of 128 | Posted by: Linda Bentley Bozica - Melbourne, FL

“Flower Anne checking in...back to work and still wanting to call and remind you to take your meds. Routine is a double-edged sword. We thrive on it...Read More » ”
122 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle - daughter

“Mumsie - I keep picking up the phone to call you... My thoughts of you had traveled wide And then my heart felt warm inside. Without a single...Read More » ”
123 of 128 | Posted by: Gayle Anne - North Little Rock, AR

“Jeannine and John were wonderful neighbors who were always warm and inviting and helpful to me. I will always have fond memories of living on the...Read More » ”
124 of 128 | Posted by: Chloe - Conway, AR

“Aunt Jeannine will always have a special place in our hearts!! May she find peace and happiness. Will never forget our times spent with her and...Read More » ”
125 of 128 | Posted by: Patty Perdzock-Haas - Cambridge, WI

“Dear John and Gayle, We are so sorry for your loss. Jeannine was a great gal, a joy to be with. She has been ill for a long time and a fighter to...Read More » ”
126 of 128 | Posted by: Ann Nd Edward Engelhardt - IN

“Gayle, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know what a difficult time this is, but please remember that your mom is now in a much better place...Read More » ”
127 of 128 | Posted by: Kelly - Aurora, OH

“Dear Gayle: Sorry I am not there for you at this difficult time. Please know that we are thinking of you and sending our love. Janet ”
128 of 128 | Posted by: Janet Guardino - Pittsburgh, PA