Mother's Day

The Cherokee Tribal Council gave Polly an Indian name in her later years. In all their interactions with her, she loved them unconditionally. She showed that love by giving - whether it was something she had cooked, sewed, written, recycled, re-gifted or shared - she gave without strings attached! They named her Holy Heart Woman.

Her children agreed that Holy Heart Woman was a fitting name for a mother that loved each of them totally and unconditionally! She never, ever put her needs (or wants) before theirs.

Testament to that love was the determination and strength she mustered to stay in this world until her children were able to come home for one last family reunion on Mother's Day, May 10, 2010.

After waving goodbye to each of them as they left to go home, she died peacefully the next day on May 11, 2010.

Always busy, Polly loved making collages. Below are some of those. If you look closely, you may find yourself or for sure someone you know in these collages!

This collage includes photos of Polly throughout her lifetime.

Polly left a legacy of love. That legacy is:
Mothers make the world a better place! If your mother is still alive, spend as much time as you can with her, showering her with love and affection. If you are a mother, love your children unconditionally, putting their wants and needs first.