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Son finds letter from mom after her passing that she secretly hid from him for the ‘right time’
I can't imagine how he felt finding this.
Sasha Alonzo
02.05.24

Losing a loved one is never easy.

No matter if we see it coming or not, it doesn’t make it easier and the loss is still felt.

Imagine finding a treasure left behind by a loved one who’s no longer with us.

That’s exactly what happened to a son who discovered a touching letter from his mother after she lost her battle with cancer.

This heartwarming story, shared on Reddit by user u/MattGald, reminds us of the enduring power of a mother’s love.

Gregg O'Connell - Flickr
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Gregg O'Connell - Flickr

Life isn’t always a smooth ride; sometimes, it’s marred by illness and loss.

But even in the face of such adversity, the love we share leaves a lasting impact.

This mother’s letter is a testament to that unbreakable bond.

The son, already grappling with his father’s cancer battle in the ICU, found solace in his mother’s words.

Seth Werkheiser - Flickr
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Seth Werkheiser - Flickr

In his Reddit post, the son shared his emotional journey, saying, “I miss her every day and this makes me cry. But I cry with a smile on my face. Just remember to tell the people you love how much they mean to you. And remind them every day that you love them.”

His mother’s letter, written in crooked handwriting, was a poignant reminder of her everlasting love.

Angela - Flickr
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Angela - Flickr

The letter revealed the sacrifices the son made for his mother, including leaving his job to ensure she could get to her treatments.

His mother’s words were full of hope and love, urging him to stay close to his siblings and find happiness in life, something she deeply wished for him.

Alan Levine - Flickr
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Alan Levine - Flickr

One of the most touching parts of the letter was the mother’s recollection of a special time spent with her son at “Grounds for Sculptures.”

She hoped he would always cherish that memory.

Her promise to watch over him and her confession that she feared losing him more than her own passing added an incredibly emotional depth to her message.

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Dave Parker - Flickr

The letter ended with a powerful declaration: “You were the best son ever! Until we meet again. I love you eternally.”

This heartfelt message resonated with the Reddit community, who came together to offer their condolences and admiration for the son’s devotion to his mother.

Matt Gald - Reddit
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Matt Gald - Reddit

Fellow Reddit users shared their own experiences and emotions.

One user, u/Serious-Mix5744, commented on the beautiful bond between the mother and son, emphasizing that love keeps our departed loved ones close to us.

Another, u/jgasbarro, related to the loss, sharing how a tattoo of a letter from his own mother helps him through tough times.

Dean McCoy - Flickr
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Dean McCoy - Flickr

The story of u/Traditional_Ideal613 added another layer of empathy and connection.

He shared his own loss of his wife to cancer and the impact it had on his daughter, highlighting the universal nature of grief and the importance of cherishing our loved ones.

Remy Sharp - Flickr
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Remy Sharp - Flickr

This story is a poignant reminder that the bonds we form in life continue to echo long after our loved ones have passed.

It encourages us to express our love and appreciation for those around us, for these moments and memories are what we hold onto in times of loss.

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