Thursday, February 8, 2024
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I first crossed paths with Jackie at the age of 19, a time when I was still finding my footing in life. From the outset, Jackie's warmth and compassion were evident.
Jackie took me under her wing, imparting her wisdom and shaping the person I've become. She stepped into a maternal role, teaching me the virtues of kindness and patience, the joys of cooking, the resilience needed to face adversity, and the intricate art of motherhood.
Her dedication was profound when she traveled all the way to Newfoundland to support me during the birth of my first child. It was a significant moment, marking the first time she and Everett had been apart in three decades, yet she chose to be by my side for an entire week, offering her unwavering support.
Jackie was more than a maternal figure; she was a true friend. We shared countless moments together, from gym classes to shopping sprees, makeup sessions, laughter, tears, and the kind of aimless chatter that cements a friendship.
She introduced me to the simple pleasures of life, like the beauty of flowers, the comfort of rocking chairs, and her timeless songs of yesteryear. I cherish the memories of her singing my children to sleep, cradled in her arms.
And her knitting prowess was unmatched – from intricate sweaters to mittens designed for every season, her creations kept my children warm and stylish from their first moments leaving the hospital to every playful snowball fight.
Even in the warmer climate of North Carolina, Jackie's love reached us in the form of Becel margarine containers filled with fudge, which, despite melting during the journey, was a sweet reminder of her love for us.
Jackie was my mentor, my confidante, and a mother in every sense. Her absence leaves an irreplaceable void in my heart. The woman I am today is a testament to her influence and love. My heart brims with gratitude for Jackie, who embraced me as her own.
The joy and love captured in our photographs reflect how I'll always remember her, my beloved mother-in-law. Her essence, her inner love, remains eternally intertwined with my soul.
♥️
Andrea Daley
