Mom

As I announced on my television show on Thursday, my dear Mother, Big Martha, as we fondly call her, suffered a stroke. My Mom recently turned 93 and although her body was slowing her down, her mind remained sharp as a tack. She is in the hospital receiving really fine care and has been surrounded by family members and dear friends. We are all hoping for a speedy recovery so that she can get back to the life that she loves. I want to thank all of you who have sent best wishes and I will keep you informed of her progress.   

My Mother at her 93rd birthday party, isn't she beautiful?

Comments

[juju]

hope your mother does well. you are in my thoughts here in oklahoma. it is hard to see an active lady be down.

[Pam From CA- MSC]

i am sending along prayers for your Mom and wishing her well. I spoke with her on Ask Martha Mother's Day special last May and she is so witty she kept me on my toes! Nice lady and she is beautiful I really enjoy her visits to the show all these years. Thank you for sharing her with us.

[chloe]

I hope she gets well soon! I am sending many good wishes to her. Mums are precious and we need them no matter how old they are (or how old we are). By the way she doesn't look more than 70.

[Dannielle]

I adore your mother. I love it when you bring her on your shows.

I pray she recovers quickly and completely.

[Rowena]

My prayers are with Big Martha and your family for her speedy recovery. You are very lucky to have your mom with you at 93, may you have many more together.

[c westerfield]

best wishes for your mothers speedy recovery

[william makela]

It was good to see you in Chicago this afternoon. The tree was wonderful. Our toughts are with your Mother for a fast recovery!

[Andrew Ritchie]

Dear Martha,

As you know, your mom has been an inspiration to as many people as you have been. You have her indomitable spirit, body and mind! She will triumph. She is in my thoughts and prayers, my dear.

-Andrew Ritchie
Ottawa, Canada

[rima]

Dear Martha,

May God bless your mum, she must be proud and happy of you and of what you are doing for us. Mums are precious and your mum looks really wonderful for her age.

[MS]

Sending my very best wishes to you and your mother and hoping for a very speedy recovery.

[Michelle]

Your mother will be in our prayers, as will your entire family as we head into the holiday season!

[scoopy (Emily)]

Hope Big Martha gets better soon! Hugs!

[Vicki McDermand]

Hopeing for a speedy recovery!! She is a beautiful person...i hope to have the same relationship that you two share with my daughter!!!

[Jim]

Martha,

Wishing your mother a speedy recovery. You and Big Martha are in my thoughts.

Jim

[Jan Erickson]

Dearest Marthas Big and Little, First Big Martha: We are all depending on you to get well real soon. Please know how much you are loved and admired. Your wit and spirit are greatly missed and we will all feel better when you are able to share it with us again. Next Little Martha: Thank you so much for taking the time to let all of us know how our other Martha is doing. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you. Take care. Jan

[ABC]

To a very elegant lady Big Martha get well soon.

[Sylvia]

Dear Martha, Your mother is beautiful!! I wish her a speedy recovery and I know all of your family is sadened that this lovely lady is going through a rough time now. You are a wonderful child and I know you will make sure she gets the best of care. Our prayers are with her and your family. God bless.

[carillon]

I am keeping your mother in my prayers. Carillon in Phoenix

[Melissa]

Hello Martha, I wish your Mother a speedy recovery.

[Louise Owenby]

Martha:
I am sure you realize how blessed you are to have your Mom in your life. Best wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery for her.
You are a great inspiration. Thank you very much. Louise in Walnut Creek, CA.

[Marcelle Sarkis]

You are blessed to have such a wonderful role model in your life! They say that daughters grow up to be just like their mothers. I believe your beauty is an extension of this wonderful woman, your mother. I salute you both and may God stand by her side. She is in my thoughts and prayers. GOD BLESS

[Carolyn]

Keeping you and your family in my Prayers.

Carolyn

[debra]

Martha, I also would like to wish your adorable Mom a speedy recovery!
My fondest memories of the original show was when she was cooking with you, or just on with you -I dropped everything to watch! Those times she was on were my absolute favorites!!!!
I will still try and make Perogies(sp?)like ya'll made those years ago even though I am far from being Polish!
Best wishes Big Martha in you recovery!
fondly,
Debra in Texas

[Janie]

Hi Martha, I just read about your mom and I will say a special prayer for her and for you. Moms are wonderful......they are truly your best friends and I wish her all the best so she can get back to being "Big Martha" and being your best friend. Stay strong Martha as I know you will and know that we all are here for your mom and for you!

[Sue Mannel]

Big Martha (which I think is so cute, b/c she's so petite) radiates a positive attitude toward life and everything she does woth it. I would only think that she would do the same with her recovery. She really is a role model for us all.

Sue:)