Echoes of Love: Finding Comfort in Listening to My Late Mother’s Voice Notes
In a world where technology preserves more than just memories, the voice notes left behind by loved ones carry deep significance. For me, these voice notes became cherished treasures because the voice belonged to someone no longer with me. My journey into grief and healing began when I discovered that I kept voice notes from my late mother. Each playback felt like a bittersweet embrace, a reminder of her presence despite her physical absence. There is power in listening to these precious recordings; they profoundly impacted my grieving process.
I listened to some voice notes from my mom yesterday. My mom died suddenly in 2022, and I have not been the same without her. Grief is hard. We were very close, and sometimes she’s whispering into my ears, telling me how much she loves me. Anywho, as I said before, grief is complicated, and as you may or may not know, there are different stages that you supposedly go through before you begin healing.
I was pleasantly surprised that I wanted to hear my mom’s voice. In 2022, talking about my mom was hard. In 2023, emotions surrounding my mom no longer being here would rush in from absolutely nowhere. Anything could trigger my sadness, anger, or unbelief. Until I took a significant step and listened to random voice notes from a woman with the most soothing Jamaican accent.
Mom talked about my website for my business, helping me buy materials, researching how to brand and promote products, and so many other things. The way she said things often made me laugh because she was quite the comedian. I even laughed last night when listening to her voice notes.
There was also some irony in being happy that I kept my mom’s notes. I used not to be too fond of voice notes. I never could understand why people couldn’t just text me. Now, I appreciate voice notes. If a friend wants to send me a six-minute voice note, I’m okay with that because you never know when you won’t hear that voice again.
I’ve found solace, strength, and a deeper connection to my mom’s spirit. Listening to her voice notes has become more than just a way to remember; it’s a form of therapy, a source of comfort, and a testament to the enduring power of love. As I navigate grief, I am grateful for the technology that allows me to hold onto her words, her laughter, and her essence.
