Saturday, January 29, 2011

In Remembrance

Posted by Lisa
"My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her." 
-- George Washington (1732-1799)

Chris's mother passed away this week. I am sad to say that I did not know her well, since her health had deteriorated progressively over the years that I have known and loved her son.

But what I do know is that she raised a remarkable man full of passion and compassion, gumption and intelligence, wit and grace, with the ability to laugh at himself and the courage to keep fighting for what he wants-- just like his mother. 

And for that I am humbly grateful.
Kathye Polillo  
1953-2011


December 2010: Chris's last visit with his mother.

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7 comments:

  1. AaronJanuary 29, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Beautiful. My heart goes out to your family during this difficult time.

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  2. PatriciaJanuary 29, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Such a precious family picture! Blessings to Chris and his loved ones. Kathye touched my life and I am grateful for the time I had to be with her. I will always admire her. She was a jewel.

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  3. BeckyJanuary 29, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    I am so sorry. Thinking of you all right now.

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  4. BfilesJanuary 30, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    so sorry for your family's loss.

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  5. Rebecca SmylieJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you right now. I hope it can be a time of celebration even at such a difficult time. Much love-

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  6. DeanaFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    So Sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of you guys.

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  7. DianeFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    I'm so sorry, Lisa. We're thinking of you all.

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