In my first episode, I want to give you a feel for who my mom was and why I am doing this podcast. I am recounting some of my favorite memories, what my mom hoped to be remembered for and of course what are my favorite pearls of wisdom she has given me throughout the years. […]
Episode 0 Introducing Pearls From My Mom the podcast
Preview of the new Pearls From My Mom podcast coming August 18, 2017
A love letter to Margie, one year later
It’s been one year since I lost the most important person in my life. 365 days since I felt your arms around me and heard your sweet, vibrant voice. You carried me for 9 months, lived with me for 18 years, took care for me for longer than you probably should have and made me […]
My happy, hearty, heart-healthy breakfast
I love breakfast but recently I have been eating the same thing; fried egg and whole wheat English muffin with a little butter and organic jam. It’s not a terrible breakfast but I felt like I needed a healthier option. After doing some research, I decided on egg and avocado on wasa crispbread. This breakfast […]
10 Things to do for Mother’s Day if Your Mom is Gone.
Every single Mother’s Day for the last 35 years have all had 1 thing in common for me; I was able to talk to my mom and wish her a happy Mother’s Day. This year will be different, my first without her. I have been in a really optimistic mood lately but everyone tells me […]
Why I’m lucky my mom was diagnosed as terminally ill
I realize that I am incredibly lucky that my mom was diagnosed with a terminal illness. I am sure that sounds funny to the ear but it’s true. I didn’t say I’m lucky that my mom got terminally ill or that she died due to a terminal illness. I am profoundly fortunate that I was […]
The B.E.L.T.~the ultimate morning sandwich
Sometimes I eat healthy, sometimes I treat myself. This sandwich would be one of those treats. I remember my mom making this sandwich and putting a plateful of these savory little beauties on the table. Within minutes the plate was void of all but a measly crumb or two. I used to make these […]
My 2016 Journey Starts today
Happy New Year! There’s no other way to say it, 2015 was crazy and not my favorite year. Losing my mom was incredibly difficult and I am excited to start 2016 with a new project. This all started this last summer when one of my dear friends wrote a facebook post about this book: In […]
Resources for dealing with grief
Grief is a deeply personal emotion, there are many resources available. Below is a list of articles and websites I have found helpful. Please feel free to add resources that have helped you: Dealing with a family member who is terminally ill What to Expect When Your Parent is Dying ~The Globe and Mail Dealing […]
Margie Kahat
My mom was truly an amazing woman, she was my best friend and I have been heartbroken since she passed away this summer. Her sense of adventure was the thing I loved most about her, she was always coming up with new ideas for hobbies, trips, crafts, recipes, etc. She was creative and effervescent and […]
