Comments on: French Onion Soup

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 15:59:01 +0000

In reply to LoAnn. You are so right, LoAnn. You only have one Mama and nothing can replace her.

By: LoAnn

LoAnn — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 15:01:26 +0000

It has been 30+ years since my mom has passed, yet there are moments that catch me off guard and bring tears to my eyes. I have since gotten over missing her on Mother’s day, and Christmas most years, but there is so many things I do for my own children that I learned from her, and they do appreciate when I make the extra effort to make a day special for them and someone that is special to them. They see grandma in the little things although, some of my children never got to meet her. Bless you and know it gets better but the loneliness for mom never goes away. My own mother-in-law told me that when my mom passed, and now as I get older I know what she meant. She was well into her 70’s and still would miss her mom at times. Mom’s have a special place in our hearts that never fills when they pass on.

By: Carole's Chatter

Carole's Chatter — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 21:06:17 +0000

Hi there. The current Food on Friday is all about onions! So it would be great if you linked this in. This is the link . Wishing you very happy Holidays!

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:02:34 +0000

In reply to Cass @foodmyfriend.

Cass,

It’s a loss that’s certainly hard to overcome.

Thanks for stopping by!

By: Cass @foodmyfriend

Cass @foodmyfriend — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 05:28:36 +0000

I’m so sorry about your Mum. It doesn’t seem like it gets any easier when a loved one, especially a Mother passes away. Your soup looks delicious!

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 23:09:47 +0000

In reply to Kathy Clark. Kathy, What a sweet, thoughtful daughter you are. God bless you.

By: Kathy Clark

Kathy Clark — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:53:53 +0000

I know what you mean. I lost my mother this February 22, 2012. I just flipped the calendar over and saw where this coming Saturday, Nov. 3 would have been her birthday. Alzeheimer’s took her away many years ago but my comfort comes from knowing that I was there. She loved flowers so I tried to keep fresh arrangements in her room. I always looked forward to when my own roses and gardenia’s bloomed to carry her arm loads. You could smell them in her room before you even got there. Every time other residents would crowd around to see and smell so I tried to carry extra. Just one little flower or one little sniff made their faces light up.

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:58:36 +0000

In reply to Kim Holloway.

Howdy, Kim! 🙂

I’m so glad you found us. Welcome to Syrup and Biscuits.

You only have one Mama. That lose is a void that isn’t fillable. God bless you as you continue on.

By: Kim Holloway

Kim Holloway — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:31:30 +0000

Hi Jackie, I just found your blog today through Southern Food Bloggers and boy am I glad I did. My mom’s birthday was Sunday, as well. I lost her 5 years ago and not a day goes by that I don’t think of something I want to call and tell her. Thanks so much for sharing this lovely tribute to your mom. And for the recipe!

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 04:37:38 +0000

I read every word of every comment. They mean so much to me. Thank y’all for taking the time to share a piece of your heart.

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:35:17 +0000

In reply to Chris.

Chris,

You and I were mean to be next door neighbors. We have bad geography karma! 🙂

What blessings you have in your life. Your mother is nearby, a grandchild on the way, loving husband and children. Enjoy your life, Chris. You are deserving of the best.

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:31:09 +0000

In reply to Dave at eRecipeCards.

Dave,

You are a man of true character. You’re wife is so blessed to have such a caring soulmate. Get those arms ready, Dave. They will provide much comfort to her

May God bless you and your family.

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:28:43 +0000

In reply to Mary | Deep South Dish. Mary, Please don't ever let anything happen to that mixer! Thanks so much for sharing your story with all of us. :)

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:26:35 +0000

In reply to Sue, a Florida Farm Girl.

That’s all we can do, Sue!

You’re soup sounds fittin’ to eat!

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:25:21 +0000

In reply to Valerie Gardner.

Val,
There’s no sadness like grief sadness. It’s necessary to go through it, but man, oh man….it hurts.

You give Mama and Daddy a kiss and a hug for me and tell them they raised a mighty fine daughter. 🙂

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:17:36 +0000

In reply to Valerie Gardner.

Val,

You’re such a sweetheart. This is a beautiful rendition. I found one on YouTube by The Mormon Tabernacle Choir that’s beautiful, too.

Thanks, Val.

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:11:26 +0000

In reply to beverley6761.

Beverley,

I’m truly blessed. 🙂

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:10:09 +0000

In reply to Mary.

Mary,

I’ll meet my mother, along with other loved ones, once again. i just know it, too! 🙂

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:05:50 +0000

In reply to Maureen | Orgasmic Chef. Maureen, It's so easy, so good and satisfying. I hope you try it. :)

By: Jackie Garvin

Jackie Garvin — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:00:43 +0000

In reply to Pauline.

Dear sweet Pauline,

My heart aches for you. I know exactly what you mean by “now half of me is gone”. God bless you as you continue on.