it’s my mother’s birthday today. she would have been 66. she’s been gone 6 months and it is still surreal.
enough said. xxx
jennifer
aim: whateverradio
facebook: jennifer koppelman hutt
Jennifer, I have never left a comment, but today I had to. I lost my Mother over 22 years ago. We were as close as you two so obviously were. My Mother died in her sleep of a massive heart attack (I had no idea she even had heart problems). Mother’s Day is hard for me, and of course Christmas, but her birthday is the most difficult day for me. It will continue to be surreal, and will continue to hurt, and the void never goes away. Somehow, it will get a little better each year, but life as we both knew it is over. Thank God you have children. Mine save my life each day.
Marietta Kelt
Montecito, California
You will find the sorrow doesn’t ever really go away but,, it gets gentler.Then as time goes on her memories will replace the harshness of the fresh hurt.You will smile and think of the good things and her happy times.It is a process this I know.It happens but not so fast you notice it.Just take my word for it it will happen.Best wishes from Canada
So you are halfway through the year of “firsts”. NOT that “seconds” will be any better, really, but we seem to mark the firsts like somehow it will. First Hanukah, New Year, birthday… I always like to do something special on the birthday, like help someone (some random-acts-of-kindness gesture) in honor of the lost loved one. Something I think would be close to the heart of that person. Balloons in the sky? Not so much –you know, harms the birds and all– but whatever makes one feel the person has been acknowledged somehow. Peace and aloha!
The birthday’s are the hardest, but you’ll find over the years that her birthday takes on a new meaning. You are now your mother (not literally), and you are carrying on her legacy. Her birthday is your day to remember all the good times and to honor her in your own way.
I wish for you peace. I think you are incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity and the gift of having such a wonderful, loving Mom. You were obviously loved and you love hard in return..I think your Mom would be proud!
Hey Jennifer, Sorry your having a hard time with your Mom’s birthday. I want to say thanks for pushing on and going to work and putting your sadness aside to come in and entertain us. THANK YOU!
P.S. if you need to use this blog as a means to vent or get things off your chest, let it rip. Fuck all the negative Nancy’s
we’ll rip them apart for you sweetheart!
My thoughts are with you Jennifer. Lost my Mom in 2006(sudden heart attack)
Her Birthday was 23 days after she died. I was scheduled to have my block party that day..(LONG ISLAND THING!)I went on with it because thats what Mom would have wanted. I found My Birthdays to be really hard because it’s something we shared together. Go on and be strong it will get better but you never forget. Much love!
Jennifer,
I hope you know how much you help others who are going through what you are. Haven’t gotten to my dad’s birthday yet but soon I will. Sometimes it feels like we just have to endure. Happy Birthday Bunny, Jennifer stay strong, you have alot of friends out here who are thinking about you and your family and sending hugs and strength!
Happy birthday to your dear mother Bunny. My dad’s is in 2 weeks and I know I’ll be sad, too. The birthday is always a difficult day. A hug to you, sweet girl.
I have never left a comment, but I had to when I realized that our mothers shared the same birtdhay. I too, lost my mom 6 years ago to cancer. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about her and miss her. In the years since she has passed, her birtday is especially hard. You’re in my thoughts, and have been since you began sharing the news about your mom. Stay strong
Jennifer, you never get over the ones that you have lost, no matter how hard you try–believe me, I have tried. My grandpa died in July 2007 and I will be driving down the road and think about him and just start crying. I am a 29 year old man and feel like I shouldn’t be doing it, but I know it’s “normal.” My grandma just celebrated her 84th birthday on Jan. 1. I was in Hallmark picking out a card for her and broke down crying because I can’t stand to think that someday she is going to die and I will be without her. I was standing in the card aisle crying! Then I got mad at myself and had to leave the store…I went to McDonalds to get some processed chicken and a large coke to make myself feel better 🙂
The “firsts” are the worst…it gets better and easier..you don’t stop missing them…the pain just seems to dull a little. Enjoy your day and think of her often…happy thoughts…that’s what she would want.
I wish you peace in this time of rememerance! To lighten things up, check out this site for kids clothes. https://www.happygreenbee.com/
Be well and G*D bless you and yours!
Jan 27th is my birthday also, somewhere I felt a connection and now I understand a bit more…
Days of significance will truly test your strength and courage to get through them….It has been 14 years for me since mom died and I still get sad on her birthday, my birthday, death day, and other important days for us. Hug your children a bit harder, reach out to your friends, talk to your husband and these days do pass. Whatever your soul tells you to do – just do. My heart is always so full of longing for my mom, that just proves to me she was and is a gift…and that’s what I try to remember.
be well Jenn…
I am sending you a virtual hug. You’ll make it through.
Jennifer, I have never left a comment, but today I had to. I lost my Mother over 22 years ago. We were as close as you two so obviously were. My Mother died in her sleep of a massive heart attack (I had no idea she even had heart problems). Mother’s Day is hard for me, and of course Christmas, but her birthday is the most difficult day for me. It will continue to be surreal, and will continue to hurt, and the void never goes away. Somehow, it will get a little better each year, but life as we both knew it is over. Thank God you have children. Mine save my life each day.
Marietta Kelt
Montecito, California
Jennifer, just wanted to say that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
thinking of you Jennifer
You will find the sorrow doesn’t ever really go away but,, it gets gentler.Then as time goes on her memories will replace the harshness of the fresh hurt.You will smile and think of the good things and her happy times.It is a process this I know.It happens but not so fast you notice it.Just take my word for it it will happen.Best wishes from Canada
I’m honored to share the same birthday as your mom. Sending special thoughts your way today……
Jennifer – BIG hugs to you!!!! Happy Birthday Bunny!!! Go ahead and celebrate her and be sad at the same time, its how we heal!
big hugs…
It’s MY birthday, too! Hi, Emmy! Happy B-day, Bunny. We love you.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUNNY!
Best wishes being sent to you and your family….Matt
You brought a tear to my eye. Love to you and your family.
Hang in there Jennifer – take your children and release some balloons today for your mom.
All my thoughts are with you today…..may the memories of your mom bring you peace and love
Your post is so sweet! I hope my daughter loves me half as much as you loved your mom! It Inspires me to be an extra outstanding mother!
So you are halfway through the year of “firsts”. NOT that “seconds” will be any better, really, but we seem to mark the firsts like somehow it will. First Hanukah, New Year, birthday… I always like to do something special on the birthday, like help someone (some random-acts-of-kindness gesture) in honor of the lost loved one. Something I think would be close to the heart of that person. Balloons in the sky? Not so much –you know, harms the birds and all– but whatever makes one feel the person has been acknowledged somehow. Peace and aloha!
Every “first” is hard. It gets better, believe me. A hug to you.
Celebrate with your family. She is watching!!!!! 🙂
The birthday’s are the hardest, but you’ll find over the years that her birthday takes on a new meaning. You are now your mother (not literally), and you are carrying on her legacy. Her birthday is your day to remember all the good times and to honor her in your own way.
Call Rosie. Maybe she cares.
Thank you for letting us know about your Mom’s birthday. Hugs to you and your family!
I wish for you peace. I think you are incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity and the gift of having such a wonderful, loving Mom. You were obviously loved and you love hard in return..I think your Mom would be proud!
My mom and I will think of you today. Amy
Jen, my heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you.
Yes I know…
my Mom’s was Sept 12th and when that day comes i feel pretty empty….:(
happy birthday bunny
Proud of you.. this is NOT easy
Hey Jennifer, Sorry your having a hard time with your Mom’s birthday. I want to say thanks for pushing on and going to work and putting your sadness aside to come in and entertain us. THANK YOU!
P.S. if you need to use this blog as a means to vent or get things off your chest, let it rip. Fuck all the negative Nancy’s
we’ll rip them apart for you sweetheart!
HUGS to you.
Happy Birthday Bunny!!! Today, her life should be celebrated and not mourned.
My thoughts are with you Jennifer. Lost my Mom in 2006(sudden heart attack)
Her Birthday was 23 days after she died. I was scheduled to have my block party that day..(LONG ISLAND THING!)I went on with it because thats what Mom would have wanted. I found My Birthdays to be really hard because it’s something we shared together. Go on and be strong it will get better but you never forget. Much love!
I lit a candle for you and Bunny today at church….
Thinking of you Jennifer….
Jennifer,
I hope you know how much you help others who are going through what you are. Haven’t gotten to my dad’s birthday yet but soon I will. Sometimes it feels like we just have to endure. Happy Birthday Bunny, Jennifer stay strong, you have alot of friends out here who are thinking about you and your family and sending hugs and strength!
Bless you both
Happy Birthday Bunny!
Happy birthday to your dear mother Bunny. My dad’s is in 2 weeks and I know I’ll be sad, too. The birthday is always a difficult day. A hug to you, sweet girl.
jennifer, i put you and your family on my prayer list.
Jennifer You are loved
Happy Birthday Bunny!!! I still mis the joy I felt when she would call into the show. Boy she could make me laugh!!!
A happy remembrance for Bunny and a big hug for you Jennifer. From what I have read about your mom, I wish I had known her.
just an idea…when you take the kids to visit Bunny-let each to take a balloon to send up to her…hugs
Happy Birthday Bunny,,,we will always love you.
I have never left a comment, but I had to when I realized that our mothers shared the same birtdhay. I too, lost my mom 6 years ago to cancer. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about her and miss her. In the years since she has passed, her birtday is especially hard. You’re in my thoughts, and have been since you began sharing the news about your mom. Stay strong
Jennifer, you never get over the ones that you have lost, no matter how hard you try–believe me, I have tried. My grandpa died in July 2007 and I will be driving down the road and think about him and just start crying. I am a 29 year old man and feel like I shouldn’t be doing it, but I know it’s “normal.” My grandma just celebrated her 84th birthday on Jan. 1. I was in Hallmark picking out a card for her and broke down crying because I can’t stand to think that someday she is going to die and I will be without her. I was standing in the card aisle crying! Then I got mad at myself and had to leave the store…I went to McDonalds to get some processed chicken and a large coke to make myself feel better 🙂
The “firsts” are the worst…it gets better and easier..you don’t stop missing them…the pain just seems to dull a little. Enjoy your day and think of her often…happy thoughts…that’s what she would want.
I wish you peace in this time of rememerance! To lighten things up, check out this site for kids clothes.
https://www.happygreenbee.com/
Be well and G*D bless you and yours!
Ken
((((HUG))))
Jan 27th is my birthday also, somewhere I felt a connection and now I understand a bit more…
Days of significance will truly test your strength and courage to get through them….It has been 14 years for me since mom died and I still get sad on her birthday, my birthday, death day, and other important days for us. Hug your children a bit harder, reach out to your friends, talk to your husband and these days do pass. Whatever your soul tells you to do – just do. My heart is always so full of longing for my mom, that just proves to me she was and is a gift…and that’s what I try to remember.
be well Jenn…