The obituary notice of JOLLY CHRISTINA

Today is my darling Mum's birthday and I know that, more than ever, she's still watching over us; guiding us, protecting us, and easing us through our own lives. She has sent hundreds of different signs - feathers in strange locations; butterflies where there should be none; that incredibly-timed dragonfly; 'coincidences' that simply were not possible; radio songs that pass messages and strange, wonderful happenings that defy logic. Beautifully, above all else, I still feel her supportive presence, her warmth and her never-ending love. I don't know how spiritual energy works, I just know that it does. I am forever grateful that my Mum is my Mum, and forever reassured that she is with my Dad and Campbell; although I miss them more than words can tell, I know they are together. Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mum, love always from all of us here to all of you there xxxxx

Celebrating my Mum's life on her birthday today, reflecting on wonderful memories and simply being forever grateful that she's my Mum. I miss her no less now than I did on 24th July 2009, but I am also aware - every day - that her spirit is with us, guiding us, protecting us, and loving us. I will never stop missing Mum, Dad and Campbell, but we are still a team, just seeing things from different angles. Happy Birthday Mum, Love you forever xoxox

Your birthday is always so strange now, Mum; we celebrate your life and enjoy the happiest of memories but, dear goodness, how we miss you. Then Gael cuddles me - and right there, in that moment, you're here all over again. Happy Heavenly Birthday Mum, enjoy it with Dad and Campbell - all my love, always, Kirsteen xxxx

It's no surprise that Dad's rosebush has delivered another beautiful rose for your anniversary, Mum. An incredible one at that. My dearest wish is that we could sit and cuddle and chat about everything that's going on - and all the news about Gael graduating as a teacher. I have no doubts - none whatsoever - that you know and see more than even I do, wherever you are. I know that you love us and guide us, but dear God, I miss our cuddles and chats. We will always miss you and Dad and Campbell, we will always love you and Dad and Campbell. Love can't die. Love and hugs to you all xoxox

For Mum's 85th birthday, we are remembering her birthday celebrations through the years; family dinners and parties, weekends away, family cinema outings, birthday cakes, songs, giggles and so very many hugs and cuddles. It didn't matter what we did, as long as we were all together. Mum's birthdays were always fun and happy. We will never stop missing you, Mum, but while you spend this birthday with Dad and Campbell, we will enjoy the beautiful roses that Dad's rosebush has delivered for your vase. With neverending love and thanks for my awesome Mum, from Kirsteen xoxox

This day still does not get any easier, Mum; but in this very strange year when so much has changed and is still changing, I thank God that you, Dad and Campbell are safe in the great beyond; I have no doubt whatsoever that many of the strange coincidences and outcomes this spring have been down to your invisible guidance. You still love us, we still love you, and - very reassuringly - yes, Dad's rosebush has just produced its first 2020 blossom this week.
With all our love and thanks always, Kirsteen xoxox

This day never get easier, Mum; all we can do is remember the fun, happy memories of your birthdays that we spent with you over the years and celebrate all those wonderful times we shared. And yes, today Dad's rosebush gave me two roses - a beautiful large one, the size of my hand, and a littler one, on the stem facing each other - which are now sitting in your vase next to this photograph of you and Gael which you loved so much. We all miss you, we all love you, and we are forever grateful for your love and guidance. Love always, Kirsteen, Douglas, and Gael xxx

Thinking about your birthday today and Papa Goodall's birthday yesterday, I realised that the tiny cutting from your garden had grown under the shelter of Dad's rosebush and today it bloomed it's first flowers - two beautiful orange lilies sitting side by side in the sunshine. I miss you so much every day, Mum, but I feel your guidance and protection and I see you in your granddaughter's eyes. Love you always, Kirsteen xxxxx