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Sweet Memories I have of Mom
“Lubbins" on the couch. Mom would ask if I was ready for my lubbins when I was a little girl, the years before I went to school, and that meant we would lay together on the couch in the living room, and she would smooth my hair and tuck it behind my ear until I feel asleep, nestled in her arms for a nap.
The time when I was three and watching television in the living room and the lion roared so I said I knew it was going to be a good movie. And mom kept telling me we had to go into town but I refused to budge. So she got in the car and announced she was leaving without me and drove down to the end of the road. When she doubled back, she found me in the exact place she had left me. She laughed, took off her jacket and sat down and watched the movie with me
Her cooking:
Bananas with milk and sugar for breakfast or toast with butter and brown sugar.
Tuna casserole (my favourite meal of hers), macaroni casserole with stewed tomatoes and ground beef and lots of bubbly browned cheese on top, rabbit stew with homemade doughboys, huge pots of turkey soup after holiday dinners, sweet and sour meatballs, creamy scallops on puff pastry (Rita MacNeils recipe), onion soup roasts in the oven, hand cut french fries and battered scallops- deep fried and served with homemade tartar sauce, egg fried rice, deer chops and mashed potatoes.
Mustard pickles and million dollar relish.
She was very good at pies- lemon meringue and apple- but it was her squares I loved which had a heavy layer of fudgey chocolate and chewy coconut.
I have strong memories of Mom taking me bowling with her when she played with her ladies some afternoons, giving me money to buy ketchup chips and pop, and letting me throw (gutter) balls in between strings
When we were little and mom would turn onto our dirt road, we were allowed to make requests for how she would drive. We’d yell out roles for her and she’d play them to the hilt- a race car driver, a growling bear, a dainty princess- making us squeal laughing
Homemade pizza on Friday night with Brothers pepperoni, fresh mushrooms, green peppers, ground beef, and loads of gooey mozzarella cheese topped with sizzling bacon. She would build these epic creations on a gratuso pizza crust that she would let raise and then roll out on the kitchen counter with a dusting of flour. We were allowed to eat our pizza on her and dad’s bed watching the Dukes of Hazard
Grading day we’d all go to the drive in for a treat and mom would pack up something really tasty for a picnic supper in the car- like lobster rolls or her homemade pizza- and then later we would cuddle up in our sleeping bags in the backseat
How no matter who I took home, mom would meet them out on the walk or at the door and wrap them up in a huge hug saying “Oh come on!” and they’d let her give them a long squeeze and she’d always welcome them saying “Any friend of Shannie’s is a friend of ours!!!”
Mom could never ground me. She would try but I would sook at her from the couch and she couldn’t hold on to her punishment. She’d say “For god sakes- just GO!” and I’d scoot to go hang out with a friend.
When I was overweight mom never gave me a hard time about it. She allowed me to diet- and god knows I dieted- and would take me to exercise classes with Ella at the Alma community centre and on walks around “the loop” but she never body shamed me. I didn’t realize how important this was until I met other friends who talked to me about how their mothers attitudes and harsh comments about their bodies had a negative impact on them.
Mom thought for sure I was going to get killed by a serial killer because I was too trusting and naive. She made me read true crime novels about serial killers to prepare me and would charge my friends with taking care of me before a night out telling them “You have to take care of the dingy!!” and make them promise her they would. Not once, but twice- with her hands on their shoulders (usually Dawn’s) with intense eye contact.
The night I came home, I was around 16, and woke mom and told her she had to get up with me so she dragged herself out of bed and let me lead her out into the middle of the field outside, with a coat over her nightgown, on a cold winter night. The snow was crunchy underfoot and we could see our breath, and when she asked what the hell I brought her out there for I said “Isn’t it beautiful mom? Look at the moon” and she looked out and said “Yes. It is” and stood there with me for a few minutes just looking at the night sky and the moons reflection on the snow. And then she said “What are you on?”
How she took us into town for singing lessons, after school on Tuesdays, and on the way home she’d take us through the MacDonalds drive-thru and treat us to combos
When I needed to practice my test pieces for the New Glasgow Music Festival I’d get mom to go sit in the kitchen with the music sheets and then I’d face away from her, singing in the living room, and she’d help me to memorize my words. She came to all my singing competitions and any talent show or theatre performances I had at the school too
The time mom came on tour with our band to PEI with another band called The Great Balancing Act and how she got along with everyone, but especially the lead singer of the other band, James, who was quite short and wore platform boots. She kept telling him that on stage he was 10 feet tall and he loved her for it. Mom really related with younger people, and they responded to her because she had such a vivacious sparky personality and she would meet them on their level.
She’d do this thing where she’d say “GO ON!!” like you were astonishing her. “YOU GO ON!!!” really drawing out the words for affect. She could make you feel like you were the most fascinating person. People would really open up to her.
Mom helped a few people through cancer and was with them up till the end. She cared for Alice Nowlan, weekly for over 10 years, because she didn’t have children and her husband Dave, who had worked at our store for over 25 years, had passed before her. She also cared for close friends who died of cancer- Margie MacDonald, Lois Alderson and her best friend Cheryl Chisholm. Mom was on the hospital bed with Cheryl at the end of her life, holding her for hours before she died.
I’d often find mom immersed in a book in the living room and I’d go to the lazy boy opposite hers and ask her what she was reading. She would relate the whole book to me- scene for scene, chapter to chapter. It could take her an hour or more to describe the plot, and I would be enthralled.
Anyone who knew mom knew of her storytelling abilities. She could weave a mundane story into an tale barely resembling what actually happened!
Her telling us to stop being impatient drivers. She would talk about how to relax at stop lights- to think about something that made us happy. She’d instruct us to watch the angry aggressive drivers and notice where they were at the next red light. She’d say, as if speaking to the driver, “Look at you! All that stress and you’re no further ahead”
How she would announce me to dad when I called “It’s our dauuuuuughter calling from Toronnnnnnto!!” in a loud singsong voice and how she would tell my husband Harrison that he could go whenever they talked on the phone, understanding that most men do not like to speak on the phone. She’d exchange a few sentences with him and then say “You can go now!” and they’d both laugh.
We had this schtick which was hilarious to no one but us, I am sure, where I’d yell: MomMa!! and she’d respond: ShanNie!! and we’d go through it a few times: MomMa!!! ShanNie!! Getting ourselves whipped up and louder with each repetition. Mom was very playful.
Her “HEY GURRRRRRL!!!!” Anyone who knew my mom knows what I’m talking about.
Little piles of folded laundry on the end of the bed and the bed remade, taut and perfectly straight-edged, every day. Mom was a fastidious and meticulous house keeper. You could take a white glove into any corner of her house. We once counted her vacuuming the carpet 5 times in one day… Dad used to joke that she would be buried with the vacuum still in her hand.
Her laugh was a full body laugh. It would take her breath away, and bring tears to her eyes sometimes. She’d literally be gasping for air. She loved to laugh as much as she loved making other people laugh.
Mom was the one who explained to me about Santa Claus. I was in the tub and mom was in the bathroom with me. I was likely around 8. She was ready for it with the story of old Saint Nick and what he stood for and why we honour him by playing Santa with our children. It was a very gentle let down and I remember it clearly. Especially her carefulness.
When I was having a tough time with bullies in elementary school mom gave me advice on how to handle them. She told me to simply tell them they hurt my feelings and were not being very nice. It was surprisingly effective. She taught me the power in naming a thing. She told me to watch those bullies as time went on to see where their lives took them. It didn’t take me long to see that there was a form of justice far bigger than I could have imagined.
How she would take off her slipper and dust things with the back of it. Her little ballet Isotoner slippers were always there, waiting for her at the front door.
The time when mom watched a Dr. Phil show that discussed why it was wrong to be friends with your children, especially best friends, and she was worried she had failed me as a parent because we were so close. She was really worried about it and I had to assure her it was hooey.
Her abundant “I love you’s” Mom hadn’t been told “I love you” much growing up and she made sure that she told us at every opportunity- Any time we left the house, at night before we went to bed, at least once a day.
All the jewelry she took off of herself and gave to people, especially me. If I admired something, she would say “Here- take it” (pretending to do so begrudgingly) and I’d say “No mom!” but then she’d smile and insist. Not the pieces that dad gave her as special gifts, but almost anything else. Mom was a very bling-y sparkly woman who wore earrings, necklaces, bracelets and lots of rings, anytime she went out.
I took her picture into a shop to be reframed for her funeral, and the woman there said her husband and her had once visited mom and dad at the cottage. It was a spontaneous visit. They were just walking by and mom called them in. The woman said her favourite “stone” was opal and mom took her into her bedroom and gave her a few pieces of jewelry that had pearl/opal in it. Her husband told her not to take them but mom said it was just costume jewelry and she had lots. The lady said she never forgot how special that made her feel.
How excited she would be about getting a deal. She’d show you something she bought and you could tell that the next question would be “Guess how much I paid for it!!!” Dad taught her how to drive a bargain and she became an unstoppable haggler! Yard sales were a favourite or hers as were consignments shops and Frenchys! She was good at digging & finding treasures
Mom loved to travel. Her trips to visit me in Toronto were approached with glee. When she went to Cuba for a friends kids destination wedding, she talked about the fun she had non-stop, especially her paragliding! She took about 200 pictures. She went with friends to New York and had the time of her life.
Mom LOVED the theatre and live shows. She definitely could have been an actress.
Mom was an excellent dancer and she had moves. She passed on her love of dancing to all three of us girls. She was a very sensual woman who inhabited her body fully
Though she wasn’t very musical- she tried. We had to confiscate her tambourine more than a few times, and hide her maracas before parties. There was a Cristy Lane cassette tape that mom would sing along to at the top of her lungs “One day at a time, Sweet Jesus- that’s all I’m asking from you” Starr and I actually ran over it with the car. Lauren Hill, Macy Gray, Ed Sheeran, Hooked on Classics, The Platters. That’s just a few off the top of my head. Mom had many musical favourites and she tried to stay current with her music. If she liked something, she would play it over and over and over as loud as she could. I do the same, much to the torment of my husband….
Her long enveloping hugs. There’s a saying now that you need to hug someone for at least 10 seconds for them to get the benefit of the hug. Mom knew this long before the experts did.
When mom was diagnosed with clinical depression and got onto medication, she became more and more comfortable talking about it, especially to those suffering. She would tell them it was brain chemistry, explaining about serotonin, and how there was no shame in taking medication for mental health. She’d say “If you were a diabetic you would take insulin. It’s the same thing” Mom really liked being able to help people with any wisdom she had gleaned.
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Austin and Marsha Sutton posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Neil and family, our thoughts and prayers surround you on the loss of your beautiful, thoughtful, caring and funny Sharon.
May peace be with you and yours.
Marsha and Austin Sutton
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Marta Chenell posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Neil and Family Condolences on Sharon's passing HUGS
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Garry and Mary Gwen MacDonald posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
To Neil, Starr, Stacey, Shannon, and family and friends of Sharon, Garry and I were shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Our Sincere condolonces to you all. She had a smile that would light up the room and a laugh like no other. RIP Sharon. Sincerely Garry and Mary Gwen MacDonald.
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Aaron Young posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Neil
Mom sent me the sad news about Sharon. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Next time I'm home, I hope to see you.
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Eva Murray posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Dear Neil,Starr,Stacey,Shannon,&Family
So saddened to hear of Sharon’s passing.May her eternal light guide you through this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eva(Murphy)& Ralph Murray
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Jim posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil and family
So sorry for your loss. May you find strength durning this difficult time remembering all the good times and fond memories.
Jim kowalski
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Margeson’s posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Cunningham family.Sending our thoughts from The Dock.Wayne and Carmel
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Peter Hare posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil, Starr, Stacy, Shannon & family. Peter & I so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Peter & Mary Hare
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Heather Fillier posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil, Starr, Shannon, Stacey and family. We send our deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time.
You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Heather & Paul Fillier
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Ruth Boyd Posted Nov 9, 2022 at 2:55 PM
Stacey I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing. My condolences go out to you and your family at this time. We share lots of memories from working at the Day Care Centre and I know from spending time with you there, how much you loved your family. Hugs and Prayers
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Jean and Richard Howard posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Dear Neil and Family .
Just shocked and saddened by Sharon's recent passing ,
We have fond memories and she will be greatly missed by
all who knew her .
Please accept out sincere sympathy .
Jean and Richard Howard
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Jack and Evelyn MacIsaac posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Dear Neil : Evelyn and I are saddened to learn of Sharon’s recent passing and send along heartfelt condolences and sympathy to you and all the family.Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jack and Evelyn MacIsaac
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Dear Neil, Starr, Shannon, Stacey and family, we are so saddened to hear of Sharon’s passing. We have such fond memories of you all from growing up in Alma and frequenting Cunninghams Store. She was a beautiful lady both inside and out. Sending our thoughts, hugs and prayers to all. Kim (Murphy) and Jim Hadley
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Cheryl Madsen posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil and girls; I was so sorry to read this obituary. Sharon was a dear friend in our younger years. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and Sharon's dearly loved sisters. Cheryl(Evans) Madsen
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To Sharon's Family, Kenny and I send our deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time. We have many memories of Sharon at Black Point at her cottage. She always yelled out a hello and would visit with us on our way to the beach. She had a beautiful spirit.
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Neil and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. " May grace be with you all " at this very difficult time.
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Alan & Norma MacDougall posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil and family
We are sorry to hear of Sharon's passing, know you are in our thoughts and prayers
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Linda Willett posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil and family, so very sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. She was a wonderful person.You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Betty Wilsack posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
We have so many fond memories of growing up next door to Sharon and the Hoegg family! Our deepest condolences. Love, The Wilsack family
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lee langille posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil and family . We are so sorry for your loss. Sharon will certainly be remembered for always greeting us with a smile and awesome enthusiasm.
Our thoughts are with you
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Nancy Samson posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Neil, Starr, Stacey and Shannon: So sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. I have a lot of great memories of our golfing days at Abercrombie Golf Club, lots of good times and laughs. Always new it would be a day of fun when Sharon was in our foursome. Hugs to all.
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Red & Cheryl MacKean posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Our sincere condolences. Hopefully memories will help you through this difficult period.
Red & Cheryl MacKean
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Susan Chickness posted a condolence
Monday, November 7, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Sharon’s passing. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Terry & Susan Chickness
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Neil, Starr, Stacey, Shannon and all the families. Terry & I were shocked to hear of Sharon’s passing.
She was such a special person, and friend. I have many fond memories of fun times with her, like playing golf at Abercrombie Golf Club or just sitting with a nice cup of tea and having a chat. Sending our deepest condolences to all.
Linda & Terry
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Sonnycampbell785@gmail.com Posted Nov 10, 2022 at 8:40 AM
Neil,Starr,Stacey,and Shannon...my sincere condolences...a shocker to say the least.
The road ahead will be tough for you all..grieve in your own manner.
Sharon will guide you through this and she will always be with you all.
Neil...if you need anything call me..Sonny.
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Lee Ann Dalling posted a condolence
Monday, November 7, 2022
Deepest sympathies on Sharon's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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John & Diana MacDonald lit a candle
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Neil,Starr,Stacey,Shannon & Hoegg Families: John & I were extremely sorry to hear of Sharon’s passing. Sharon had a bubbly personality and was always fun to be around. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. We hope that the many happy memories you shared as a family will help ease your sorrow in the days ahead.
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Eileen Hood posted a condolence
Monday, November 7, 2022
I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Sharon’s passing. We were school friends for a great many years. The last time I was in her company with a group of friends we spent most of the evening laughing.. she had a wonderful sense of humour. She will be missed. Jim and I wish to offer our sincere sympathy to Neil and all her family. So very sad. Sincerely , Eileen and Jimmie Hood
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Stacey i was sorry to hear a bout Moms passing With condolcences many warm thoughts are With You and Your loved ones. Ellen Jardine
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Cindy DeCoste posted a condolence
Monday, November 7, 2022
Deepest sympathies to Starr, Shannon, Stacey and Neil. I enjoyed many a long chats with your Mom - she was truly an amazing woman who loved you all so very much. Her stories always touched me - she was a woman of great strength and beauty. Always loved and forever remembered, Cindy, Derek and Ethan DeCoste
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Heidi & family, our sincere condolences to you and your family, I met Sharon a few times and she was always so friendly and funny, &, loved to talk, sorry for your loss- Cookie & Bugs
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