(A repeat of my annual sentiments with a few added photos.)
Mother’s Day is a special time to remember
how fortunate I am to be part of a long line of strong,
intelligent and loving Italian women.
Paternal Grandmother Maude ©Blogginginitaly.com
Maternal Grandmother Serafina ©Blogginginitaly.com
My Mother Benita (at my wedding) ©Blogginginitaly.com
My parents wedding 1947 ©blogginginitaly.com
(L-R visiting Paris) Aunt Marilyn, Mom, Aunt Florence ©Blogginginitaly.com
Aunt Marion ©blogginginitaly.com
It is also a day to celebrate
my incredible sisters, nieces and cousins, (pictured and not),
who are not only amazing Mothers,
but also determined women who incorporate
the traditions learned from our ancestors as they create new ones.
©blogginginitaly.com
Poor quality but fun memory! ©blogginginitaly.com
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©blogginginitaly.com
To all of them,
and to the dear friends/wonderful Mothers
I have met throughout my life’s journeys…
I wish you all a beautiful day filled with love, family and relaxation.
And to my Benita… my forever gratitude for giving me this special day.
©blogginginitaly.com
Happy Mother’s Day – Buona Festa della Mamma!
Ciao,
Judy
Blogging In Italy 
Happy Mother’s Day Judy❤️
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And the same to you, Hilary!
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How lovelyl to wake up here on Mother’s Day to your pictures of so many wonderful powerful women. And as usual, I marvel at how much you inherited your mother’s beauty!
From my small happy tight-knit family to your large happy sprawling one – a Happy Mother’s Day!
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Thanks Jean, and the very best to you today! Sent you an email about your ambitious latest project!
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Thanks for the photos! Just wonderful! My favorites: your beautiful mom and you and Benita… also beautiful women.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Love you,
Judy
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Thanks Judy and Happy Mother’s Day to you! Love you back!🤗
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Happy Mother’s Day yo you, Judy. You sure are proof that the Apple doesn’t fall far from the tree!!
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Thanks so much. Best to you today!
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Aloha JUDY, Happy Mother’s Day. Treasured photos, Mahalo Nui Loa for sharing. It’s gorgeous here today as it should be to celebrate our beloved Mom’s. All the Best, Charles
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Thanks, Charles, all the best to you too!
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Oh, Judy, these are such wonderful pictures to see! This is Maureen (Mack) Lawler, a long ago classmate of yours. I remember your beautiful mother when I would visit on Jackson Blvd. And, of course, I remember your sister Florence and you…your beauty both inside and out! I came across your blog when online re: Italy…it’s such a treat to visit Italy thru your wonderful pics! Happy Mother’s Day!
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Wow, Maureen, so nice to hear from you! And yes I remember you and your visits to our house. My mom always loved when my friends were over and she could visit with them. I hope your search is because you are planning s trip to Italy, clearly our favorite home away from home. Happy Mother’s Day to you as well!
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My gosh Judy, you do not have to tell anyone who your mother is. Len could get the two mixed up Ciao Rudy
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Rudy, that’s funny because when my sisters and I were in high school, our boyfriends said they dated us hoping we’d end up looking like our Mother🤣
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Great subject material Thank you Happy Mother’s Day
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Thanks Royce!
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