Amy Mulvaney reflects on her mother’s absence in her life, especially as she plans her wedding. Fourteen years after her mother's death, Amy grapples with the joy of her upcoming nuptials while navigating waves of grief. She recalls cherished moments shared with her mother, from early adolescence to the pivotal moments leading up to this life-changing event. The juxtaposition of celebration and loss highlights both the impact of her mother's early guidance and the longing for her presence at significant life milestones.
Since my mam died almost 14 years ago, when I was 15, she has missed out on many of my major life events.
In the short time we had together, she was there for my first disco... and held my hand through my first heartbreak.
She saw me off to secondary school, gently guided me to tone down the bright gold eyeshadow... and taught me to always choose kindness.
Planning my wedding day has brought up previously unknown feelings of grief.
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