Remembering Mom

Mother's Day is on May 12th and those fortunate enough to have their mom around will surely be thinking of ways to let their mom know how much she is loved. Those of us whose mom has passed will be yearning for that chance to ones again tell their mom how much they loved her. 

My mom passed away not too long ago and Mother's Day fills me with sadness. I wish I could hold my mom and shower her with kisses, rather than talk to her in my head and yearningly look at her photos. 

At one point I thought it would be great to paint her portrait, but it is still too soon. I  have painted portraits of family members who have passed before and it is very difficult to paint a likeness when tears are streaming down your face. I do know though how many of us cling on to every photo that depicts our loved ones and how important it is to accurately paint the likeness of a dearly dep