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My Mother died in May when I was very young. It was especially hard on my Father because he had three young children to raise. He was grieving but had to keep going, work and take care of us. At different times when he was especially sad, he would smell Lilacs. It was God’s way of telling my Father that He held him in the palm of his hand. Because of my Father’s experience, Lilacs have always held a special place in my heart. When I see them and smell them, I am reminded that God knows my heart, loves me and is there with me in any pain or sorrow I am experiencing.
For those who don’t have a living Mother today, who may have lost a loved one recently, know that God has you in the palm of his hand…that He cares for you and that He is with you. When you see and smell the Lilacs, look to Him and rest in His love for you.
Thinking of you with love today…Valerie.
“The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.” Psalm 34:18
Valerie Cullers 
God bless you Valerie! May the Lord comfort your heart today and every day.
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Thank you so much! HE is the great Comforter!
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Beautiful post. Do you have any children Valerie?
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God always knows. May He bless you more!
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Yes, He does! He is Great!
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True thoughts on a holiday that is so difficult for so many people. Blessings!
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Blessings to you, too, dear one! ❤
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In honoring our earthly mothers on Mother’s Day, let us also honor the Virgin Mary, the model of motherhood.
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Yes!
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May the Lord continue to bless you with good memories of your Mom and keep reminding you of His wonderful love and care for you as well! 🌸🌸
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Thank you so much!!
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😊 You’re welcome!
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Thank God for your daddy that brought you in way of Lord, God bless you
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Yes, he was a great father!
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I know lots of people caring for mothers right now who are infirm or in dementia. What a beautiful way to keep us mindful of the blessings of a mother in any way we can have her still on this earth. May perpetual light shine upon her Valerie. Happy Mother’s Day!
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psalm 9:43
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So moved by this, dear Valerie. The lilacs and rhododendrons were resplendent today as I enjoyed the serenity of Sunday. This is a lovely piece of writing for the end of the day. Warm hugs x
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I have a beautiful lilac tree in our back yard and I thought I should share the love with others…it’s there to be had! Hugs to you, too, dear one!
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Sweet-smelling flowers “Lilacs”. We used for decoration as well.
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This is beautiful, Valerie. I’m sorry you lost your mother so young. But so glad that your father seems to have been such a wonderful parent to your and your siblings. God bless!
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He was a gem!! ❤
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What a beautiful message and tribute!
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Thank you so much! Isn’t God good?
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There are some lilacs outside my office building and I always stop and stick my nose right in the blooms and inhale, after I check to make sure there are no bees first!
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I love Lilacs! I have a large tree in my backyard and the smell is spiritual for me!
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And the real thing is much better than a perfume!
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Yes, it is!
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How sentimental. God works in wonderful ways!
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God bless you, Valerie. Very heartfelt post and I thank you for sharing.
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Thank you…I thought someone might need to hear it that day! Blessings to you!
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Such a loving post dear Valerie, albeit bittersweet! Those were certainly difficult years for your dad raising three young children. It’s truly sad that your mom passed away when you were still a child. May the lilacs in May always remind you of God’s love. ❤️
Blessings and hugs!
❤️carmen
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Thank you so much! Yes, they do, I have a large Lilac tree in my back yard and it is blooming as we speak! Blessings to you, dear Carmen!
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
MY WIFE, DIANA, HAS BEEN TALKING ABOUT THE LILACS SHE GREW UP WITH….THAT ARE STILL BLOOMING TODAY. GETTING HOMESICK, SHE IS.
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So agree with her! Thank you for the reblog! Blessings to you both!
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What a beautiful tribute to your mother. My mother lived purple iris. To this day, they always warm my heart with her memories. 💜
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Such a blessing flowers are to us! They are rich with promise and spiritual and emotional meaning!
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It’s never easy without a Mother. Your Dad sounds like a dear man. May you always be surrounded by the scent of lilacs. 🤗
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Thank you. Yes, he was a dear man and was a great father. We have a beautiful lilac tree in our backyard…a constant reminder. God is so good in spite of our difficulties and He brings us through them! Love you and hope you have a great weekend! ❤
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Dear Val, it’s a time for lost remembered loved ones. It’s 10 years and 2 days for my beloved aunt and everything remains crystal clear. We were blessed indeed with our loved ones. I pray that we too will be remembered in the same spirit. Our hearts are big and filled with love. I send a big hug to you and my love always. Keep your smile and enjoy Sunday. 🤗🤗🤗
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I so agree with you. I want to be remembered well by those I knew and loved! Should be a lovely weekend! God Bless You! ❤
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