Jessica Wandering

Photos and thoughts on my travels

I miss my mom

This was taken in 2018 at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. My mom died unexpectedly at home in Salt Lake City 10/22/20.
She was always my biggest fan in ways that only a mom can be. It is still so strange to realize I can’t send her pictures or call and talk to her about this trip.
She loves aspens as much as I do.
She is why I love The Eagles so much.
She took me to lots of ancient Pueblo sites when we were kids.
She was afraid of heights so I always have to scoot over to all big edges and look down.
She liked to joke that my grandma “never met a road trip she didn’t like”. But of course, the same is true of my mom and the same with me. And a whole bunch of other Brennan descendants.
Despite my frustration at her reading EVERY boring placard in every historical, geological or ecological area, roadside or main attraction; she is certainly a big reason I love travel and exploration of new places. I know she would want to hear all about our doings and goings. I wish I could call her, or she could meet up with us on the road.

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One response to “I miss my mom”

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    kushneza

    She was such a smart, kind and vibrant person. So glad I got to know her (and her fabulous red hat collection) before she died way too soon. Loving you as you continue to remember her, always ❤️

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