Mickey Z
Cool Observer
Monday, January 14, 2008
Ann Zezima: 1936-2008
Mickey...thank you...It’s pleasant to know a Mother was greatly appreciated. My mother seldom received any expression of love or appreciation...in this patriarchal society, I suppose many mothers feel unimportant and neglected.
Posted by joe of maine on from 01/14 at 12:06 PMAnd some people think war promotes violence...why...how can that be?
At least 121 Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans have committed a killing or been charged in one in the United States after returning from combat, The New York Times reported Sunday.
Posted by joe of maine on from 01/14 at 12:23 PMMickey...I am very sorry to hear the news about your Mother. No words can console you now, but please know that all of those who have witnessed the relationship between you and your Mother have been enriched. We have all seen that a very special kind of love is possible.
Posted by RMJ on from Mickey Z 4 Prez Hdqts 01/14 at 01:32 PMRMJ said it, having read of the ongoing treks to Texas, I sympathize, while at the same time feeling your gratefulness for the relationship.
Posted by Peter (the Other) on from Paris 01/14 at 03:44 PMLosing beloved family or friends is a learning experience nobody wants; yet we all must inevitably receive.
You were very fortunate to have a Mother who not only nurtured and imparted wisdom but who you also counted as a dear friend.A life well lived is something to be celebrated.
I raise my mug to Mrs. Z.Be well, Mickey Z.
Posted by Youngfox on from Canada 01/14 at 05:04 PMMany condolences to you and your family, Mick…
this post is a great tribute to your mom.
Posted by JOS on from Oak Park 01/14 at 07:27 PMRMJ gets my vote for quote of the day, and I can only add the principle that’s informed me whether the passing of my grandmother or the cat I had for half my life: the suffering is over. Sadness follows, but there are good memories, too.
I have that Walt Whitman quote on my ‘fridge. It stops at “...great poem,” though.
Bumper Sticker Of The Day: “When life gives you lemons, ask for some tequila and salt.”
Posted by Zen Prole on from Urth 01/14 at 07:39 PMI second RMJ and everone else’s well wishes here, Mickey. My condolences, and my admiration for this tribute to the person your mom was and what you two shared together.
Posted by James on from Hell's Kitchen 01/14 at 07:47 PMDear Mickey: so sorry to hear the news about your mother passing away. Like Rosemarie, I think that no words can console you now. Please accept my sympathies ..
Posted by Helga Fremlin on from Daylesford, Australia 01/14 at 08:51 PMI also share RMJ’s thoughts. My hope for you Mickey is that your road ahead will eventually smoothe and that you find more lucidity of thought. Take care.
The photo of your Mom, so memorable, really hits home. I love that photo.
Posted by Robert B. Livingston on from San Francisco, California 01/15 at 09:47 AMAnd Ralph is still telling it like it is:
http://www.commondreams.org/archive/2008/01/15/6381/Posted by James on from Hell's Kitchen 01/15 at 12:09 PMMickey and Michele - we are thinking of you. The week that my mother died, Calvin and Hobbes was running a series about a baby raccoon. It really meant a lot to us that week.
Hugs all around.
Posted by Nancy on from 01/15 at 05:24 PMHey Mickey and all,
Greetings from Scotland. Sorry to hear about your loss Mickey. Sounds like an awesome lady! Take care, Paul.Posted by Paul M on from Scotland 01/15 at 06:53 PMI’m sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, Mickey. She sounded like a super lady. Thanks for sharing your pain and tribute with us. With kind thoughts and hugs to you and your family,
DebPosted by deb on from San Diego 01/15 at 07:17 PMThank you, my friends.
Posted by Mickey Z. on from Dubya Land 01/15 at 07:56 PMMickey, we are nothin else really, but, our Mom’s sons....
I strive to r’member some times…Stay positive MZ!
Posted by Tommy on from I live by the River 01/16 at 01:57 AMSorry for your loss, Mickey. I had the same experience, lung cancer in my case, when I was 23. It was an anti-wake-up-call that cleaned up any remaining life-illusions. It’s so good that you obviously had a great relationship with her with no outstanding regrets.
Posted by Andy on from Shanghai 01/16 at 03:24 AMI’m truly sorry for your loss Mickey. My thoughts and love are with you and yours.
Luna and family
Posted by Luna_C on from 01/17 at 01:58 AMon the small chance anyone was foolish enough to believe that Obama would be any different:
http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0108/Transformation_like_Reagan.html
Posted by JOS on from Oak Park 01/17 at 09:27 AMIn deepest sympathy.
Posted by Keir on from The Hague 01/17 at 04:14 PMYou have been in my thoughts all week, and I’m sending you love and warmth (through the internets, can you feel it?) Your mom was a wonderfully caring and compassionate woman, and she passed those traits on to you… as another commenter said above, we are our mothers’ children. You were blessed, and so was she. Sending you all my love… xo
Posted by Jenn on from Brooklyn 01/17 at 10:29 PMsorry to hear about your mum.
Posted by Alex on from Thailand 01/18 at 10:26 AMMy thoughts are with you and your family Mickey.
Posted by Mew on from england 01/18 at 01:12 PMHello Expendables. I’m back in frigid NYC. Thanks for all the comforting commentary.
Posted by Mickey Z. on from Astoria 01/20 at 10:41 AMDear Mickey and Michele,
Loss is hard… THere is a blessing in knowing that it is coming so one can say I love you and thanks and all those things that NEED to be said… No regrets. No matter what it sucks. My mom died of lung cancer, 13 years now, and it still sucks but it does get easier to remember the smiles and laughter. Your mom sounds like a wonderful woman whose legacy will live on in all those she touched. Take care and STAY GOLD!
Love, Michele (SteppingStone)Posted by Michele on from Rego Park 01/20 at 11:13 AMmuch strength to you and Michele and your family, Mickey. A friend of mine passed with cancer recently, -i like to think peple who die are alive when you think of them.
be well,
OwenPosted by owen on from barcelona 01/21 at 10:32 AMLangston Hughes sez:
I loved my friend.
[She] went away from me.
There’s nothing more to say.
The poem ends,
Soft as it began--
I loved my friend.Posted by michael s. on from pennslyvania 01/22 at 09:16 AMThank you for the poem, Michael.
Posted by Mickey Z. on from Astoria 01/22 at 11:23 AMSorry for your troubles Mickey. Lost a friend to cancer recently. I wish you and yours strength and fortitude. declan
Posted by declan on from dublin 01/22 at 01:35 PMMickey,I wish you and your family much faith, hope and peace during this difficult time.
ed w.Posted by Ed Wysocki on from auburndale,ny 01/27 at 01:16 PMMickey,
So sorry about Ann. I just heard. She was a wonderful woman and your tribute is lovely. I am glad you got to spend some quality time with her before her passing. I am also really glad to have had the opportunity to know her.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Joan
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Posted by Nancy on from 03/11 at 12:01 PMOur condolences to the family. I haven’t lost any family members lately, so I am grateful. I didn’t lose one of my dogs, it was like a child to me, but I’m sure it doesn’t compare.
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