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She was so pretty.
- 6 years ago today my mom died.
- I’m trying to laugh today- instead of cry (not easy!)
- because my mom liked when we laughed.
- And she LOVED when we paid attention to her (sound familiar?!)
25 Things I learned from my mother
1. Cover soles of new shoes with scratch-less bottoms. Scuffed shoes look terrible when you cross your legs.
2. Finger nails and toe nails must always be neat.
3. Chocolate is best eaten while you’re alone in a bathroom.
4. Pajamas are all-day-wear attire.
5. It is more important to make others feel good, than to feel good.
6. Generosity comes in many forms.
7. Give Give Give.
8. It is important to have an “everyday bag.” meaning one new bag for every new
day!
9.”While I have my vanity, I have my sanity”
10. The Bed is an ideal place for meals.
11. Buy something new, give away something old.
12. Gray roots should never show.
13. Be kind to the people who help make you pretty.
14. Be kind to everyone…even morons (sometimes “except” morons).
15. Plastic surgery can be a hobby
16. The best diet is: fruits, vegetables, and cake.
17. Punishing your kid is ok but your punishing MY kid?! Watch out!
18. “69” is when a man and a woman kiss each other’s genitals.
20. A man should buy you jewelry but if you like something sparkly… buy it yourself!
So special! Thanks Jenny
Priceless ! She was a pip!
Wonderful tribute to your extraordinary Mom, Jenny. Thank you for keeping her alive!
feeling privileged to know Her a little, I would add few more of Her directives :))
1. if choosing the flowers – go with the white orchids
2. If choosing chocolate – go with Lazar
3. If choosing the hairdresser – go with Edward
4. If choosing the length of the hair – go with latest in the fashion world of Buddhism
5. If choosing the designer – go with Sonia Rykiel
6. If choosing the color of nail polish – go with red
7. If choosing the favorite meal – go with breakfast
8. if choosing between wild and ordinary – go with the wild
9. If choosing between beauty and sensibility – go with the beauty
10. If choosing one expression only – go with the laughter
11. If choosing between fun and sensibilities – go with fun
12. If choosing between knowledge and intuition – go with intuition
13. I choosing how to be remebered – go with love
14. if choosing the life after – go with Long Island
15. We all love you Bunny Koppelman. And yes, you left a mark of magic touch on so many people….therefore if I need to choose between immortality and you ….I choose you ! :))
Jenny, thinking of you on this day. Your mother gave you the gift of laughter ,sprinkled with authenticity. Thank you for sharing her wise tips. I know she is looking down beaming with proudness. sending you sunshine on this sad day….
Your mom was generous and gorgeous and always made everyone around her feel special. She smelled so good – oscar de la renta- and was cool cool cool. I loved your piece xxkara
Love this Jenny! You always make me smile!
xoxo
Thank you jJen,
These “Bunnyisms” made me think of her, smile broadly, tear up and feel warmly nostalgic. She is surely missed in this world…..and never forgotten!!!
That was very sweet and funny. Hope you smiled and laughed today. XO
Beautiful…what a special girl she was!
I always love reading about your mom, Jenny. My own mother died in March; we had a complicated relationship rooted in unconditional love. I miss her so much and feel lost and confused much of the time now. Reading about your grief and healing has helped me a lot. Thanks for sharing your memories and raw feelings over these last few years.
Xo
Lesley